THE broadcasting details for Round One of the 2026 Challenge Cup have been confirmed.

BBC Sport will stream the First Round tie between Rochdale Mayfield and Ince Rose Bridge on Saturday, January 10 with a kick-off time of 1.30pm.

The hosts, Rochdale Mayfield, have been responsible for producing England internationals Matty Lees and Matty Ashton, whilst their opponents Ince Rose Bridge enjoyed an impressive Cup run in 2025 defeating Longhorns and Blackbrook in the opening rounds before losing out to Featherstone Rovers in round three.

The Sportsman will also continue their extensive Challenge Cup coverage in 2026 – starting with Siddal versus Waterhead on Sunday January 11.

The fixture will see Leeds Rhinos fullback Jake Connor take on his new role as Siddal head coach. The National Conference League club recently confirmed his appointment.

Challenge Cup Round One fixtures in full:

Saturday 10 January

Orrell St James v Oldham St Annes (KO 1.30pm)

Wigan St Judes v Leigh Miners Rangers (KO 2pm)

Rochdale Mayfield v Ince Rose Bridge (KO 1.30pm) – BBC iPlayer

Blackbrook v GB Police (KO 2pm)

Thatto Heath Crusaders v Seaton Rangers (KO 2pm)

Stanningley v Dewsbury Moor (KO 1.30pm)

Kings Cross Park v West Hull (KO 2pm)

Hunslet ARLFC v York Acorn (KO 1.30pm)

Heworth v RAF (KO 1.30pm)

Brighouse Rangers v Lock Lane (KO 1.30pm)

Woodhouse Warriors v Mirfield Spartans (KO 1.30pm)

Telford Raiders v London Chargers (KO 1pm)

Royal Navy v Hammersmith Hills Hoists (KO 1pm)

Sunday 11 January

Siddal ARLFC v Waterhead (KO 1.30pm) – The Sportsman

Bedford Tigers v Medway Dragons (KO 2.30pm)

British Army v Wests Warriors (KO 1.30pm)

Broncos (NI) v Aberavon Fighting Irish (KO 1.30pm)