Browne names Ireland U20 squad for World Rugby Junior World Championship

Ireland have been drawn in Pool C alongside Argentina, England and USA for this summer’s tournament

Ireland's Tom Wood kicks a conversion. Pic: Dan Sheridan/Inpho

Wed, 10 Jun, 2026 - 15:53

Cian Locke

Head coach Andrew Browne has named the Ireland U20 squad for the 2026 World Rugby Junior World Championship in Georgia.

Ireland have been drawn in Pool C alongside Argentina, England and USA for this summer’s tournament and will play all their pool matches at the Avchala Stadium in Tbilisi.

Having led Ireland in the U20 Men’s Six Nations, Sami Bishti will once again captain Browne’s side, who open their campaign against England on Saturday, 27 June (Kick-off, 12.30pm Irish time).

Ireland then go head-to-head with Argentina on matchday two on Thursday, 2 July (Kick-off, 12.30pm Irish time), before concluding the pool stages against USA in Tbilisi on Tuesday, 7 July (Kick-off, 10am Irish time).

Browne said: “We’re delighted to today announce our 30-player squad for the upcoming World Rugby Junior World Championship.

“Building on from our Six Nations campaign, we have worked hard over a number of preparation camps and recent uncapped matches against Scotland and a Munster Development side.

“The World Rugby Junior World Championship is a fantastic challenge and an opportunity to test ourselves against the best teams in the world. We are aware of the challenges ahead, coming up against some quality sides in our pool, but the players are excited for what lies ahead and are relishing the platform to grow and develop our performance levels in green.

“We’re looking forward to getting over to our base in Tbilisi and representing Ireland with pride on the world stage.”

Ireland U20 squad:

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