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Rising star Domingos hopes to mastermind England’s World Cup retention

Just 18 months ago, Luis Domingos had not played Wheelchair Rugby League and now he heads to Australia with the hope of defending a world title with England.

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 7:00 AM
Rising star Domingos hopes to mastermind England’s World Cup retention
Key Things to Know
  • Former basketball player Luis Domingos has been selected for England's Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup defense.
  • Domingos only took up wheelchair rugby league 18 months ago after previously playing professional basketball for Portugal.
  • England will open their World Cup campaign in Australia with pool matches against Wales, USA, and Ireland.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former professional wheelchair basketball player Luis Domingos has been selected to represent England at the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup in Australia. Domingos, who only took up the sport 18 months ago after leaving basketball to finish his university degree, qualified for England through residency and earned a call-up following his rapid rise in the game.

England enters the tournament as defending champions after winning the title on home soil in 2022. Domingos stated that the team aims to bring the trophy home as they prepare for pool-stage fixtures against Wales, the United States, and Ireland.

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