Rugby League Thread

[leedswolf]

New play-the-ball rules in full view in Featherstone Rovers-Bradford clash

FEATHERSTONE ROVERS and Bradford Bulls went along to their first rugby league fix of 2024 involving their side at the Millennium Stadium on Sunday. Aside from the stuttering play and heavy ground c…

www.totalrl.com

 

[ROVERT47]

Had to happen, saw some ridiculous play the ball efforts last season.

 

[Paddingtonwolf]

Is it global or just an English RL initiative? Don’t seem to remember any great issues in NRL games but pre season is still a while away here.

 

[ROVERT47]

I don’t think so, every time I’ve watched NRL games they’ve never had a problem playing a correct play the ball.

 

[leedswolf]

I don’t think so, every time I’ve watched NRL games they’ve never had a problem playing a correct play the ball.

They did, the reason for bringing in 2 onfield referees. TBF that has cleaned up the ruck in the NRL. There are still problems to address at the ruck - moving off the mark, markers not standing square, flopping, etc.

Strange how SL players miraculously play the ball when they go to NRL and how NRL players forget how to do it when they come to SL...

 

[leedswolf]

Magic Weekend Tickets

Ticket information for Super League's Magic Weekend event

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[leedswolf]

Sky Sports confirm trio of additions to commentary team ahead of 2024 season including four-time Super League Grand Final winner

Sky Sports have confirmed the addition of four-time Super League Grand Final winner Kyle Amor to their commentary team along with Dave Woods and Mark Wilson

www.loverugbyleague.com

 

[leedswolf]

New Super League streaming platform created for the 2024 season with pricing, launch date and name revealed

A new Super League streaming platform has been created for the 2024 season. The launch of ‘Super League Plus’ will come into being on January 23, with the platform offering rugby league…

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[leedswolf]

Stevie Ward launches legal action against Leeds Rhinos over career-ending injury

The former Leeds Rhinos captain is heading to the high court relating to the injury that saw him retire aged 27.

www.leeds-live.co.uk

 

[leedswolf]

BBC to show live Super League games for first time - https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/68229917

 

[ROVERT47]

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/68222790

 

[Mel Evo]

So, they’re picking up what C4 did last year, more or less? I’ll miss the highlights show more than I’ll gain from the live coverage TBH.

 

[leedswolf]

He just never seems to learn...

Leigh Leopards player's car flipped over while he was drink driving, court told

Troubled rugby league star Zak Hardaker has conceded he has blown his

www.leighjournal.co.uk

 

[ROVERT47]

Such a wasted talent, hasn’t he been banned for drug taking in the past also?

 

[leedswolf]

Such a wasted talent, hasn’t he been banned for drug taking in the past also?

The list is a long one mate;
Banned for 5 games in 2014 for homophobic abuse in a match
Arrested for assault on a student
Convicted of drink driving in 2018 (went into rehab whilst at Wigan)
Banned in 2018 for 14 months by UK anti-doping
Convicted for drink driving 2024

 

[ROVERT47]

Well Hull FC have been woeful tonight, not helped by having two players sent off for ill discipline.

 

[leedswolf]

Well Hull FC have been woeful tonight, not helped by having two players sent off for ill discipline.

Highlight of the match was Hiku's conversion attempt.

 

[ROVERT47]

Highlight of the match was Hiku's conversion attempt.

Ha, classic, needs to get some practice in, a bit different in the Northern Hemisphere, mind you the attempt from his replacement at the end was pretty shit.

 

[leedswolf]

Broncos duo cleared for Vegas after being fined by NRL for scuffle

Brisbane’s Adam Reynolds and Pat Carrigan have been issued NRL breach notices for wrestling outside a Fortitude Valley venue.

www.watoday.com.au

 

[ROVERT47]

Always thought Daryl Clark was gonna be a shrewd replacement for Jame Roby, he’s had an excellent debut.