World Club Challenge
Hull KR are preparing to host the NRL Premiers, Brisbane Broncos, in the 2026 Betfred World Club Challenge. The much-anticipated cross-hemisphere battle will take place at Hull’s MKM Stadium in February.
A Historic Season for Hull KR
Following their landmark 2025 campaign, in which the Robins were crowned Betfred Super League Champions for the first time, Willie Peters’ team will now face the champions from the Southern Hemisphere, the Brisbane Broncos, winners of the NRL Grand Final.
First Australian Opposition in 40 Years
The upcoming fixture will be Hull KR’s first clash against an Australian club in four decades, making it a significant milestone in the club’s history. The event is being promoted as the “Clash of the Champions.”
Star Players
- England internationals Mikey Lewis and Jez Litten
- Club Captain Elliot Minchella
- Forward Sauaso Sue
- Australian internationals Reece Walsh and Pat Carrigan
- Samoan powerhouse Payne Haas
- Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds
“The Clash of the Champions hits the City of Hull as Hull KR and Brisbane Broncos battle to be crowned the world’s best Rugby League club side.”
Match Venue and Ticket Information
This will be the first-ever World Club Challenge fixture hosted in Hull. The contest will take place at the 25,000-capacity MKM Stadium, giving thousands of local and international Rugby League fans the chance to witness the event live. Ticket demand is expected to be extremely high, with early access available for 2026 Hull KR full-season members starting at 12 p.m. on Friday, November 14.
Author’s Summary: Hull KR will face the Brisbane Broncos in the 2026 Betfred World Club Challenge at Hull’s MKM Stadium, marking a historic first for the English club on home soil.