The World Club Challenge is Back: Brisbane Broncos Agree to Face Hull KR in February
The annual grudge match between the NRL and Super League champions is back on the calendar, with the Brisbane Broncos agreeing to travel to England to face Hull Kingston Rovers in February. The Sydney Morning Herald reported that the Broncos have given the green light to this match, which will be held at Hull KR's home ground, despite the obvious logistical challenges ahead of their NRL season start.
The match, which will crown the best rugby league club in the world, is set to be the third World Club Challenge in the past six years. The previous two attempts in 2020 and 2021 were canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the Panthers pulled out last year due to a clash with the Sharks in Las Vegas.
The Broncos' willingness to travel to the UK at a crucial time in their pre-season preparations for their NRL title defense is a significant credit to the team. The match will also see the return of superstar Reece Walsh, who has been treated like a rock star on the Kangaroos' Ashes tour, to English fans.
The official announcement of the WCC fixture is expected later this week, and the match will be a significant event in the rugby league calendar, with the potential to showcase the best talent from both hemispheres.
