Hull KR Announces 2026 World Club Challenge Details
Hull KR has revealed plans for the 2026 World Club Challenge, promising the biggest rugby league event ever hosted in the City of Hull. The match will take place at MKM Stadium on Thursday, February 19.
Historic First in Hull
This will be the first time the World Club Challenge fixture is held in Hull, featuring treble-winning Hull KR against the NRL champions, Brisbane Broncos.
Teams' Recent Successes
- Hull KR, led by Willie Peters, won the League Leaders’ Shield, Challenge Cup, and Super League title during an unprecedented 2025 campaign.
- Brisbane Broncos, coached by Michael Maguire, claimed their first title in 19 years with a thrilling 26-22 victory over Melbourne Storm in the NRL Grand Final.
Comments from Hull KR CEO
“With offers from around the world to host the game, we are delighted to bring the Betfred World Club Challenge home to Hull, allowing supporters, not just from the city but the whole region and beyond, the opportunity to see the world’s two best rugby league sides go head-to-head.”
Paul Lakin also highlighted the significance of the timing: “With Round One of our title defence in the Super League, and a trip to Las Vegas for the ‘Battle of Yorkshire’ a week after the Betfred World Club Challenge, February is set to be the most exciting month in the club's illustrious history as we take the Robins to the global stage.”
Summary: Hull KR will host the 2026 World Club Challenge at MKM Stadium, marking a historic first for Hull as they face Brisbane Broncos in a highly anticipated rugby league showdown.