Wales name Deian Gwynne and Steffan Emanuel co-captains for Junior World Championship
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 4:01 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Wales has appointed Deian Gwynne and Steffan Emanuel as co-captains for the Junior World Championship in Georgia, beginning June 27. Head coach Richard Whiffin announced a 30-player squad, including 17 forwards and 13 backs, aiming to provide game time for all players in the initial matches. Wales will face Georgia, Uruguay, and defending champions South Africa in Pool A. The tournament format allows for the top teams from four pools to advance to the semi-finals.
- •Wales starts the tournament against Georgia in Tbilisi on June 27.
- •There are four uncapped players in the squad.
- •Wales finished fourth in the recent Six Nations, winning one match.
- •The tournament will feature knockout stages from July 12.
- 4:01 PMYahoo Sports — Wales opt for Junior World Championship co-captains
"Wales name Deian Gwynne and Steffan Emanuel as co-captains in their 30-strong squad for the Junior World Championship.
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