World Club Challenge 2026
Hull KR will host the NRL Premiers, Brisbane Broncos, in the 2026 Betfred World Club Challenge. This exciting cross-hemisphere event is scheduled for February at the MKM Stadium.
Historic Milestone for Hull KR
After a landmark 2025 season where Hull KR won the Betfred Super League for the first time, coach Willie Peters’ team will now face Brisbane Broncos, the NRL Grand Final champions. This game marks Hull KR’s first encounter with Australian opposition in 40 years.
Key Players to Watch
- Hull KR stars: Mikey Lewis, Jez Litten, Club Captain Elliot Minchella, Sauaso Sue
- Brisbane Broncos stars: Reece Walsh, Pat Carrigan, Payne Haas, and captain Adam Reynolds
Significance of the Match
The "Clash of the Champions" will crown the world’s best Rugby League club as Hull and Brisbane compete at Hull’s MKM Stadium, which holds 25,000 fans. It is the first World Club Challenge ever hosted in Hull.
Ticketing Information
Tickets are expected to be in high demand. Priority access will be granted to 2026 Hull KR Full-season Members starting at 12pm on Friday, 14th November.
"The ‘Clash of the Champions’ hits the City of Hull as Hull KR stars such as England internationals, Mikey Lewis and Jez Litten alongside Club Captain, Elliot Minchella and explosive forward, Sauaso Sue prepare to lock horns with Queensland’s finest."
Author's summary: Hull KR’s historic 2026 World Club Challenge against Brisbane Broncos will attract huge local and global attention, marking a milestone event in Rugby League history.