Wigan Warriors' Liam Byrne included in the Ireland squad for the Rugby League World Cup

Wigan’s Liam Byrne has been named in the Ireland squad for the upcoming Rugby League World Cup.

The prop is included alongside his new club teammate Toby King, who will link up with the Warriors for the 2023 campaign after a loan move from Warrington Wolves.

Meanwhile, James McDonnell, who will join Leeds Rhinos from Wigan next season, has also been named.

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Ireland start their World Cup campaign against Jamaica on October 16.

Liam Byrne has been included in the Ireland squad
Liam Byrne has been included in the Ireland squad
Liam Byrne has been included in the Ireland squad

They will then face Lebanon and New Zealand in their other two group games.