Keighley Cougars will begin their defence of the League 1 Cup with a difficult tie against Doncaster.
The Cougars, now being coached by Craig Lingard, beat York City Knights in the final last year to win the competition at Bloomfield Road.
However, they face a difficult first round tie against Gary Thornton's heavily-tipped Doncaster side.
Cumbrian derby to take place in League 1 Cup draw
Keighley Cougars will begin their defence of the League 1 Cup with a difficult tie against Doncaster.
The Cougars, now being coached by Craig Lingard, beat York City Knights in the final last year to win the competition at Bloomfield Road.
However, they face a difficult first round tie against Gary Thornton's heavily-tipped Doncaster side.