World Club Challenge 2026: Hull KR vs Brisbane Broncos
Hull Kingston Rovers will host the 2026 Betfred World Club Challenge, facing the NRL Premiers Brisbane Broncos in a cross-hemisphere clash at the MKM Stadium in February.
Historic Moment for Hull KR
After a landmark 2025 season that crowned Hull KR as Betfred Super League Champions for the first time, coach Willie Peters and his team will now confront Australia’s finest, the Brisbane Broncos — winners of the NRL Grand Final. This encounter marks the club’s first game against Australian opposition in four decades.
Elite Players on Both Sides
The game will feature a stellar lineup as Hull KR’s Mikey Lewis, Jez Litten, and captain Elliot Minchella team up with powerhouse forward Sauaso Sue. On the Broncos’ side, Queensland’s stars Reece Walsh and Pat Carrigan, alongside Samoan powerhouse Payne Haas and skipper Adam Reynolds, promise an electric contest.
First-Ever World Club Challenge in Hull
This match represents the first time the World Club Challenge will be hosted in the City of Hull. Fans from across the region and beyond will gather at the MKM Stadium, which has a capacity of 25,000, to witness the teams compete for the title of the world’s best Rugby League club side.
"Clash of the Champions hits the City of Hull," marking a new chapter in Rugby League history.
Ticket Information
- Venue: MKM Stadium, Hull
- Date: February 2026
- Early access: for 2026 Hull KR Full-season Members at 12 PM on Friday, November 14
Author’s Summary: Hull KR will host the 2026 World Club Challenge against the Brisbane Broncos at MKM Stadium, creating a historic first for the city and Rugby League fans worldwide.