Rugby League

Leigh Leopards forward Matt Davis has extended his contract until the end of 2027. The 30-year-old has made 104 appearances for the Leopards since joining from Warrington for the 2023 season. “Coming into a contract year, I always knew this is where I wanted to stay,” he told the club …

Nathan Cleary has responded to the horrific ankle injury that has ruled him out of the Rugby League World Cup by declaring “I’ll be back.” The Australia great, 28, will miss the tournament in his home country after suffering a compound fracture and dislocation to his left ankle while playing …

Betfred Women’s Super League Grand Final Wigan (6) 6 Try: Atherton Goal: Rowe York (8) 8 Try: Peach Goals: Williamson 2 York Valkyrie became the first side to win the Women’s Super League three times after an incredible defensive effort thwarted Wigan Warriors at the Brick Community Stadium. Under siege …

Matt Peet conceded that Wakefield Trinity were “far too good” for his Wigan side in Saturday’s Super League play-off semi-final – but he remains “proud” of the Warriors’ team and their achievements this season. Wigan were aiming to win a second domestic treble in three years, having already lifted the …

Betfred Super League play-off semi-final Wigan Warriors (6) 6 Try: O’Neill Goal: Keighran Wakefield Trinity (8) 33 Tries: Johnstone 2, Sinfield, Hall, Rodwell Goals: Jowitt 6 Drop-goal: Lino Wakefield Trinity produced a sensational upset to reach their first ever Super League Grand Final and end Wigan Warriors’ hopes of a …

Leigh Leopards have signed prop Tevita Pangai Junior on a “multi-year” contract from the start of the 2027 season. The 30-year-old joined Hull KR in May on a deal until the end of the 2026 campaign, having previously played for Catalans Dragons and for several clubs in Australia’s NRL. However, …

Castleford Tigers captain Alex Mellor has joined fellow Super League club Catalans Dragons. Mellor has signed a two-year contract to move to the south of France from the 2027 season onwards. The 31-year second row forward had spent the past four-and-a-half seasons with the Tigers and was made captain for …

Watch highlights as Warrington Wolves earn a thrilling narrow Super League semi-final win over Leeds Rhinos to reach their first Grand Final for eight years. Pictures courtesy of SuperLeague+. Available to UK users only. MATCH REPORT: Warrington edge past Leeds to reach Grand Final BBC News

Moments before the break, prop Luke Yates pirouetted elegantly past Cooper Jenkins to slide in next to the sticks as Irwin levelled the scores with the boot as half-time approached. The game’s decisive moment came after the break when James McDonnell was adjudged to have challenged Williams off the ball …

There was only one name in the frame for owner Matt Ellis once he had completed his Wakefield takeover back in late 2023. Daryl Powell’s experience at Warrington failed to match the achievements he had built up at Leeds, Featherstone and, most importantly, Castleford where he brought a League Leaders’ …

St Helens have signed Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs half-back Sean O’Sullivan for the 2027 season. The National Rugby League side have released the 28-year-old from the final year of his contract to allow him to make the move to Super League. O’Sullivan has also had spells with hometown club Sydney Roosters, Brisbane …

Leeds Rhinos full-back Lachie Miller has signed a contract extension to remain with the Super League club until the end of the 2028 season. Miller joined in 2024 and has gone on to make 74 appearances, including 24 this season. The Australian is part of the three-man shortlist for the …

Leigh Leopards full-back Gareth O’Brien has signed a new contract to remain with the Super League club next season. The 34-year-old started his career with hometown club Warrington and has also had spells with Salford, Toronto and Castleford. During his time with Leigh, O’Brien won the 2023 Challenge Cup and …

Leeds come into the fixture following two losses against Wigan and Hull FC at home. Looking further back, they closed out their regular campaign with three defeats in five matches. Asked what it would take to reach the Grand Final, Leeds boss Brad Arthur said he is not worried about …

Leeds come into the fixture following two losses against Wigan and Hull FC at home. Looking further back, they closed out their regular campaign with three defeats in five matches. Asked what it would take to reach the Grand Final, Leeds boss Brad Arthur said he is not worried about …

BBC Sport rugby league journalist Matt Newsum One thing that cannot be argued about the three nominees for Man of Steel is that they have each made a big impression on the 2026 Super League season. Adam Keighran for instance nailed the centre position for Wigan with ample assists, important …

Leeds Rhinos captain Ash Handley has been ruled out of their play-off semi-final against Warrington on Friday with a back injury. The 30-year-old centre, who had been filling in at full-back for the injured Lachie Miller, has scored 10 tries in 23 appearances this season. “Ash out of nowhere came …

York Knights have signed Newcastle Thunder hooker Tom Inman on a two-year deal after a successful loan spell. The 23-year-old moved to the Thunder in February after Halifax Panthers were liquidated. He made 12 appearances for the Championship side before joining the Knights on loan in May. “He’s a kid …

Wakefield have been unsuccessful in their appeal against the suspension given to prop Emre Guler for being sent off for punching in their play-off win over Leigh. Guler, 28, was initially banned for two matches by the Rugby Football League’s disciplinary panel, which ruled him out of both their semi-final …

Wales have named two pairs of fathers and sons – Martin and Matthew Turner and Gareth and Sid Ramsey – in their squad for the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup in Australia. It is the first time a father and son have represented Wales together at a Wheelchair Rugby League …