Author: Stephen Ibbetson
James Simpson excited for ‘ground-breaking’ World Cup as England eye trophy
James Simpson expects this World Cup to be “ground-breaking” for Wheelchair Rugby League. For the first time, the wheelchair game will be part of one…
Wales reveal their 24-man squad for World Cup challenge
Wales have named their 24-man squad for the World Cup, with only one experienced Super League player involved. Record try-scorer Rhys Williams, of Salford Red…
Craig Richards’ England inspired by Lionesses as they aim to win World Cup
Craig Richards says his England team has been inspired by the Lionesses as they aim to achieve a similar feat in the World Cup. The…
Leeds Rhinos’ Rhyse Martin among six UK-based players in Papua New Guinea squad
Papua New Guinea have named their 24-man squad for the World Cup, featuring six players based in the UK. Leeds Rhinos’ back-row Rhyse Martin is…
Sylvain Houles to remain Toulouse Olympique boss in Championship
Toulouse Olympique have announced that Sylvain Houles will remain as head coach next season. Houles has been in charge of the club since 2013, including…
St Helens duo included in Tonga’s World Cup squad
Outgoing St Helens boss Kristian Woolf has named Super League Grand Final players Will Hopoate and Konrad Hurrell in his Tonga squad for the World…
New Zealand name six NRL Grand Finalists in World Cup squad
New Zealand have named their World Cup squad, featuring six players who played in the NRL Grand Final. Penrith Panthers stars James Fisher-Harris, Moses Leota…
Australia name 13 uncapped players in World Cup squad
Australia will have their least experienced World Cup squad ever when they head to England. Mal Meninga has named his 24-man squad for the tournament,…
Clubs give guarded welcome to IMG’s proposals for future of Rugby League
The reaction of Rugby League clubs in membership of the RFL appears to have been largely positive after they heard the recommendations of IMG for…
Wigan Warriors’ Thomas Leuluai prepared for final farewell before retirement
Wigan Warriors legend Thomas Leuluai is looking forward to a final farewell appearance before his official retirement. The 37-year-old will wear a New Zealand shirt…