As well as Great Britain, current Paralympic Gold Medal holders Australia and current World Champions USA will take part, along with teams from Canada, South Africa, Japan, France, and New Zealand. 

The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson said: “I am delighted that the Copper Box will be hosting the World Wheelchair Rugby Challenge, which is surely one of the most terrifying and exhilarating sports on the planet. We have worked hard to ensure that all of our stunning 2012 venues have a long-term sporting future and this event will ensure that thousands of people can relive the golden memories of 2012 while enjoying another top-class sporting event. This event will also build on the work that we are doing with partners to encourage participation in sport, inspire change and improve lives. 2015 promises to be a fantastic year for rugby and this event, together with Rugby World Cup matches that will be played at the Olympic Stadium and Twickenham will cement London’s position as the greatest city on Earth for sport.” 

David Pond, Chief Executive of GBWR added: “We will be bringing together the top wheelchair rugby teams in the world for this exciting world challenge event, which will run alongside the IRB Rugby World Cup. Wheelchair Rugby caught the public’s imagination in London 2012 and this tournament will give them another chance to experience the excitement of the game with its speed, skill and big hits.”