Super League clubs set for unusual third-round draw in revamped Challenge Cup

THE CHALLENGE CUP third-round draw will be made tomorrow (Tuesday), despite the majority of first-round ties not yet taking place. All twelve Super League clubs…

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Gil Dudson optimistic on Oldham’s chances in Championship

OLDHAM prop Gil Dudson says consistency is the key as coach Sean Long prepares his promoted side for more challenging fixtures in 2025. The Roughyeds…

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Six Again: Early predictions for 2025 in rugby league

ONCE the dust settles on Christmas and the decorations are taken down, thoughts will turn to the new year, and with the dawn of every…

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Joe Wardle bringing ‘interesting ideas’ in Oldham coaching role

OLDHAM coach Sean Long says his new assistant Joe Wardle is bringing welcome new ideas as the pair prepare for pre-season games against Rochdale and…

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Former Wakefield Trinity favourite Matty Ashurst adjusting to new job alongside Oldham move

OLDHAM signing Matty Ashurst is looking forward to a meeting with his hometown club Wigan as he settles in with the Roughyeds after ten seasons…

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‘Options’ put forward to tweak IMG performance system as new Championship club airs discontent

‘OPTIONS’ have been put forward to the RFL Council about tweaking the performance category in IMG’s new grading system. At present, performance is given just…

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Josh Drinkwater rejected Super League move to sign for Oldham in major Championship coup

JOSH DRINKWATER rejected moves to Super League to sign for Oldham in a major coup for the Championship side. Oldham, who were promoted to the…

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Ex-Warrington Wolves star Josh Drinkwater joins shock UK club

ODHAM have announced the shock signing of halfback Josh Drinkwater on a one-year deal for the 2025 Betfred Championship season. The Australian commits to the…

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Time Machine: Oldham’s stoic defenders of 1910-11

Oldham’s promotion-winning season in 2024 has been built on strong defence, which has echoes of past glories for the club in the early years of…

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Wakefield Trinity veteran Matty Ashurst finds new club

OLDHAM have announcee the signing of Wakefield captain Matty Ashurst on a two-year deal ahead of the 2025 Betfred Championship season. The former St Helens…

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