World Club Challenge returns as Broncos confirm trip to England

World Club Challenge Returns as Broncos Confirm Trip to England

The Brisbane Broncos will face Hull Kingston Rovers in the World Club Challenge this February, marking the return of the celebrated inter-league showdown between the NRL and the Super League champions.

Event Details

Background

This matchup signifies the revival of the competition after limited appearances in recent years. The World Club Challenge has taken place only three times in the past six years, making this a long-awaited fixture for rugby fans.

Unlike Penrith, who chose not to participate in 2024 due to scheduling conflicts, Brisbane accepted the challenge, underscoring their commitment to the global rugby league tradition.

Venue and Historical Context

The match will be held at Hull's MKM Stadium, selected for its larger capacity compared to Hull KR's home ground, which holds around 11,000 spectators.

For Hull KR, this is a historic occasion, as they will face an Australian team for the first time in four decades. For Brisbane, the game comes more than 30 years after their last World Club Challenge triumph.

"It has been more than 30 years since the Broncos have won the World Club Challenge, with the fixture marking a significant milestone for Hull KR."

Significance

The 2025 showdown will be the third World Club Challenge held in six years and marks a renewal of intercontinental competition that bridges the Southern and Northern Hemispheres of rugby league.

Author’s Summary: The Brisbane Broncos will meet Hull Kingston Rovers on February 20 in the reemerging World Club Challenge, reviving a storied rivalry between rugby league’s top-tier champions.

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Australian Broadcasting Corporation Australian Broadcasting Corporation — 2025-11-06

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