Challenge Cup semi-final attendances fail to inspire as fans show apathy towards rugby league’s most prestigious competition

THE Challenge Cup is synonymous with rugby league. Chartering the first ever Challenge Cup Final way back in 1897 when Batley beat St Helens, 10-3, the competition has come a long way with Wigan Warriors the most successful team in history with 20 titles. Unfortunately, in the past two decades, the competition has seen a steady decline. In 20