Wales confirm World Cup warm-up fixture

Wales will play a World Cup warm-up match against Lebanon at Swinton’s Heywood Road on Saturday, October 8 (3pm). It’s a key clash for both…

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Championship Focus: Dewsbury Rams’ Paul Sykes on epic milestone and future plans

Dewsbury Rams milestone man Paul Sykes says he wants to carry on playing for as long as he is fit and healthy – and enjoying…

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Ged Corcoran on ‘new Ireland way’ after high-profile stars commit for World Cup

Ged Corcoran hopes Ireland will raise a few eyebrows at this year’s World Cup – starting with their squad. The new coach and officials from…

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RFL confirm venue plan for Million Pound Game

The RFL has quashed suggestions the Million Pound Game could be played at a neutral venue. There have been claims that Headingley, having staged the…

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Salford Red Devils’ defence underpins attacking prowess says Kurt Haggerty

Salford Red Devils’ attacking flair might have helped Paul Rowley win the Betfred Coach of the Month award for July. But, as the Red Devils…

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Willie Poching: Wakefield Trinity must keep destiny in their own hands

Willie Poching has urged his Wakefield Trinity side to keep their destiny “in our own hands”. Wakefield spent a fortnight at the foot of the…

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Wigan Warriors prospect Tom Forber making strong impression on Denis Betts

Wigan Warriors youngster Tom Forber has the attributes to shine at the top level, according to Wigan old boy Denis Betts. The former Great Britain…

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Betfred Championship news round-up

BATLEY BULLDOGS coach Craig Lingard says skipper James Brown is leading by example as his side chases down another shot at the play-offs. The no-nonsense…

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Obituary: Ricky Bibey – The Challenge Cup winner with Wigan Warriors and St Helens

RICKY BIBEY (September 22, 1981 – July 16, 2022) Ricky Bibey featured in two Challenge Cup final clashes between arch-rivals Wigan Warriors and St Helens…

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Obituary: Phil Jackson – The Ashes-winning Great Britain skipper

PHIL JACKSON (June 9, 1932 – July 20, 2022) Phil Jackson was a Barrow legend who won a World Cup and two Ashes series with…

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