It’s fast, it’s brutal – and it’s coming to Adelaide.

Following the success of last year’s National Championship, Wheelchair Rugby Australia has confirmed that top-flight international players will converge on Australian in 2025 for a new event - the Wheelchair Rugby World Challenge.

The tournament will see the all-conquering Australian Steelers playing at home for the first time since 2018, with the world number two side taking on international powerhouses Canada, Germany, New Zealand, Brazil and the Netherlands in the world division from 29 May to 1 June.

The new competition will run alongside the existing Wheelchair Rugby National Championship, along with a newly introduced junior’s division, meaning Adelaide will now host the largest wheelchair rugby event in the world in 2025.

Supported by the South Australian Government in a host agreement, the event will be staged at the Netball SA Stadium and be broadcast live on Fox Sports and Kayo Sports across the four days play, with the Australian Steelers seeded first in the competition’s top draw.

Wheelchair Rugby Australia’s CEO Chris Nay said: "This is an ambitious undertaking but one that I know our sport and community is ready for.

"For over 20 years the Australian Steelers have been one of, if not the highest performing national team our country has produced, yet the many Australians remain unfamiliar with their story.

"The last time the Steelers played at home was in 2018, (and) it is difficult to build brand affinity and a following when we are constantly competing overseas.

"We are motivated to work with the South Australian Government to bring first-class international wheelchair rugby to Australia’s doorstep and highlight the power of the Australian Steelers in the process."

Australian Steelers Head Coach Brad Dubberley said his team was “extremely excited” to be playing in front of an Australian crowd.

"This will be the first time since the 2018 World Championships where we have been able to play in a competition at home with such a strong field of international teams," Mr Dubberley said.

"To be able to compete here on home soil, in front of our families, friends and fans and showcase our great sport to the Australian community is an opportunity that excites us. I have absolutely no doubt we will gain many new fans of this sport and this team as a result."

Tickets to the event, to be held at Netball SA Stadium at Keswick, will go on sale soon and fans can register their interest here.