#Rugby League

2023 is here, meaning the 28th season of Betfred Super League is just around the corner. But what are we thinking about most for each club as the new campaign approaches? Here's part one of your handy guide... CASTLEFORD TIGERS Stealing your neighbours' half-back of eight years standing is a lark, isn't it? Cas have nicked Jacob Miller from…

Tonga put one foot in the Rugby League World Cup quarter-finals but were made to work hard by a gutsy Wales side. Wales initially rattled Tonga at St Helens and led for most of the first half thanks to Kyle Evans' fine try. But after Daniel Tupou crossed to get Tonga going, two quick tries just before half-time from David Fifita and Keaon…

Dominic Young. Picture by Peter Lorimer TOWERING winger Dominic Young shapes as the only Newcastle Knights player likely to be involved in the end-of-season World Cup tournament in England. Young, the 21-year-old flyer recruited from Huddersfield two years ago, has been earmarked by England coach Shaun Wane after a standout NRL season, during which…

So is ex-All Black Tawera Kerr-Barlow a realistic chance to play for the Wallabies? The short answer is no: it's theoretically possible, but long odds of happening. The 27-Test halfback made waves this week by telling a French news outlet he was willing to pull on the gold jersey, and Dave Rennie revealed they'd spoken earlier this year.…

Bramall Lane originally started out as a cricket ground and even hosted an Ashes Test. On Saturday, spectators at the old Sheffield stadium are set to see a cricket score once more. The merits of England playing the part-timers from Greece in the Rugby League World Cup divides opinion. Many fans feel it is a pointless mismatch that demeans what is…

Warren Gatland is ready to kick-start his second stint as Wales head coach with a bang. During his first tenure as Wales boss, Gatland stuck with the same lieutenants throughout the entirety of his 12 years in charge. If people thought it was going to be a case of same old Gatland this time around, they were wrong with the New Zealander selecting…

IMAGO/Sipa USA England needs to avoid heavy defeat to qualify for the Round of 16 Wales will need to beat England and hope the USA and Iran draw to qualify from Group B If you're looking for the latest World Cup predictions for Wales vs England, then look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump to: All England and Wales fans have been waiting for this…

Warren Gatland set his sights on upsetting world No 1 Ireland after completing his Wales coaching set-up for the Six Nations with the appointments of Alex King and Mike Forshaw. Gatland made a dramatic return as Wales head coach in December to replace the sacked Wayne Pivac and immediately stamped his mark by removing Stephen Jones and Gethin…

Former England captain Jamie Peacock has run the rule over the opening game against Samoa, and is expecting fireworks when the Rugby League World Cup kicks off in Newcastle England's World Cup opener against Samoa should be a cracker It's here at last. But, for England to have the easier route to the Rugby League World Cup final and hopefully…

It speaks volumes about the positivity of Andrew Fenby that, even now, he still tries to find upsides to the challenging couple of years he's faced. In the space of a week back in October 2020, the former Scarlets winger was diagnosed with stage two cancer and was also forced to close down his sports management agency. The cruel double blow would…

Alex Johnston scores for South Sydney Rabbitohs in the NRL Free rugby league tips, best bets and analysis for Tuesday's Rugby League World Cup clash between Tonga and Papua New Guinea. BBC Three, 7.30pm Tuesday Papua New Guinea+26 2pts 20-21 Betfred Alex Johnston to score a try 1pt 13-5 Betfred, Paddy Power Tonga have never beaten Papua New Guinea…

Luke Keary proved a class apart as Ireland cruised to a comfortable 48-2 win over Rugby League World Cup debutants Jamaica at Headingley. The Sydney Roosters half-back was integral to an impressive display from his side, who ran in 10 tries with six more points from the boot of Joe Keyes adding to an early Ed Chamberlain conversion. It proved a…

Wales 10 England 9.... it was a scoreline and day rugby fans this side of the Severn will never forget. That heady 1993 clash in Cardiff when against all odds, Will Carling's Chariot saw the wheels spectacularly fall off was the pre-cursor some more memorable moments against the Red Rose.

imago images/Larry MacDougal Anaheim Ducks have gone 4-5-1 over their previous ten and remain bottom of the Pacific Division Edmonton Oilers looking to avoid a third straight defeat If you're looking for the latest Oilers vs Ducks predictions and odds, then look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump to: Action in the Western Conference on Wednesday…

To help with rugby's global expansion, can a good rugby-themed video game be the answer? Find out more right here. Rugby is now played in more than 100 countries around the world, but to help with the sport's further global expansion, could a good video game be integral? Here is a closer look at today's most popular rugby video games available…

IMAGO/Sports Press Photo Spain will top Group E with a victory in their final game Japan will need to match Costa Rica's result to qualify If you're looking for the latest World Cup predictions for Japan vs Spain, then look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump To: Spain will bring their Group E campaign to a close on Thursday, as they look to wrap up…

After no less than 55 years of broadcasting, calling no fewer than 45 grand finals and 99 State of Origins, Ray Warren, the fabled "voice of rugby league" announced his retirement this week at the age of 78. I spoke to him on Friday afternoon. Fitz: What the hell are you doing, Ray? Why retire on 99 Origins? If not for posterity, do it for…

IMAGO/Larry MacDougal, Oliver Bjorkstrand Montreal Canadiens have gone 2-7-1 over previous ten and sit bottom of the Atlantic Division Seattle Kraken come into the game in electric form after winning their last four If you're looking for the latest Kraken vs Canadiens prediction and odds, then look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump to: It has been…

IMAGO/Newspix England top Group B after recording a 6-2 win against Iran USA was held in their opening fixture against Wales If you're looking for the latest World Cup predictions for England vs USA, then look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump To: A game that all fans of the USMNT would have been looking forward to when the World Cup draw was made…

Wigan Warriors are very rarely regarded as the underdogs. In the 1980s and 1990s, they were the powerhouse of rugby league. They won eight consecutive Challenge Cup Finals as they also dominated the league and the Premiership. This helped bring about Super League, a switch to summer rugby and indeed the introduction of a salary cap. However, in the…

Under the cover of darkness, the coaches slipped away from the hotel with the passengers on-board unaware of their final destination. They don't know how long they are going to be on the bus for, they don't know where they are going, same with us. They've just been taken to a field up in the mountains to play a game in secret because if the…

Every nation has now played their second game at the Rugby League World Cup. Here is Rugby League Live's Team of the Week. Full Back: James Tedesco - Australia The Kangaroos captain showed his class in Australia's 84-0 rout of Scotland. So good on his feet and always a genuine option, he scored his second half try despite playing the ball moments…

Australian racing is in rude health. It is almost in spite of itself. People are betting like never before, be that either lockdown driven or without a care for the use of the whip. Owners from one percenters to moguls are getting more in return for their fun or investment because of it, and breeders are riding a bloodstock boom that defies…

Australian sports fans are in for a treat this February as the UFC roadshow finally hits our shores after a three-and-a-half-year hiatus because of the pandemic. Millions of MMA fans around the world will be watching as Perth's RAC Arena will be centre stage for UFC 284 on February 24. The boy from Wollongong, Australia's own Alexander Volkanovski,…

Unsplash | Gene Devine Boxing Day will see over 70 races staged across the United Kingdom and Ireland Many of the leading Cheltenham Festival contenders will be back in action If you're looking for the latest horse racing picks and odds, then look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump to: Boxing Day is all about horse racing in the United Kingdom and…

IMAGO/Larry MacDougal Calgary Flames looking to bounce back from recent defeat New York Islanders look back on track following victory against the Vancouver Canucks If you're looking for the latest Islanders vs Flames prediction and odds, then look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump to: The New York Islanders continue their busy week in the NHL on…

IMAGO/Just Pictures San Jose Sharks have gone 4-4-2 over their last ten games Anaheim Ducks sit bottom of the Pacific Division If you're looking for the latest Sharks vs Ducks prediction and odds, then look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump to: The bottom two teams in the Pacific Division will lock horns on Friday, as the Anaheim Ducks host the San…

Will Penisini breaks away to score for Tonga against Papua New Guinea Free rugby league tips, best bets and analysis for Monday's Rugby League World Cup clash between Tonga and Wales. BBC Two & iPlayer, 7.30pm Monday Wales+46 2pts 10-11 BoyleSports, Coral, Hills Tonga had to rely on a last-gasp try to see off Papua New Guinea in their Rugby League…

imago images/Icon SMI Vegas Golden Knights remain at the top of the Western Conference after winning their last two Pittsburgh Penguins have dropped to sixth in the Metropolitan Division after losing their previous five If you're looking for the latest Penguins vs Golden Knights prediction and odds, then look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump…

IMAGO/Larry MacDougal Tampa Bay Lightning have won their previous four games in the NHL Minnesota Wild have gone 8-2-0 over their previous ten If you're looking for the latest Lightning vs Wild prediction and odds, then look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump to: Two of the in-form sides in the NHL will clash on Wednesday evening, as the Tampa Bay…

Every year we put our tin hats on to give our pre-season Super League predictions and every year we hold our hands up and admit we know nothing! You can read our predictions in full here or just laugh at *some* of us below… Well, as this is being written, editor James Gordon is sitting opposite me with a wry smile on his face. He got both his Grand…

This season's Guinness Six Nations Championship will see a familiar face and an exciting international newcomer in the coaches' corner. Warren Gatland has returned for a second stint with Wales, replacing Wayne Pivac, while Steve Borthwick takes the England reins after Eddie Jones was sacked two weeks ago. Here the PA news agency looks at the four…

IMAGO/NurPhoto Arsenal remain top of the Premier League standings as we approach the half-way stage Newcastle United have enjoyed an excellent campaign and currently sit in the top four If you're looking for the latest Premier League predictions and odds for Arsenal vs Newcastle, look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump to: Two of the Premier League's…

Shaun Wane is the international coach who has barely been able to coach internationals. The ex-Wigan boss took charge of England in February 2020. But in two and a half years, Wane has only overseen one official match. It is no wonder he admitted ahead of Saturday's World Cup opener against Samoa: 'I've been bored for the last two years, so I am…

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IMAGO/Icon Sportswire Wales was held in their first World Cup fixture since 1958 Iran looking for a morale-boosting result after being demolished by England If you're looking for the latest World Cup predictions for Wales vs Iran, then look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump to: A big game from Group B is the opening World Cup fixture on Friday.…

This is our complete guide to legal betting on Rugby Football League matches and the best international sportsbooks offering legal rugby betting options. Here we break down how to bet on the RFL and give US bettors everything they need to know to start wagering. The Rugby Football League is one of the two top rugby organizations in the world. It…

imago images/Larry MacDougal San Jose Sharks have gone 3-5-2 over their last ten Philadelphia Flyers have lost their last two games If you're looking for the latest Flyers vs Sharks prediction and odds, look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump to: Two sides that will be in desperate need of a return to winning ways will clash in the NHL on Thursday.…

The finals start two rounds earlier as the Rebels and Waratahs fight for the all important final spot in the finals. The equation is simple:-If the Waratahs can manage a bonus point victory (without the Rebels earning one in defeat), the Rebels season is over.-A Waratahs victory without a bonus point/Rebels earning a bonus point in defeat would…

TOKYO - When the overlords of rugby a decade ago chose Japan to host this year's Rugby World Cup, they hoped to spread the gospel of the sport beyond its traditional strongholds in Europe, Australia, South Africa and Argentina. A boost in participation in Asia, and maybe a few new sponsors and heightened interest from television broadcasters,…

When a couple of deadly gangland shootings took place in western Sydney recently, and headlines rang out at the same time that junior rugby league matches would be scrapped "amid gang violence concerns", two stereotypes came crashing together. Penrith locals say Rugby league and the western suburbs both struggle to break free of negative…

The Rugby league world cup final in 2021 was the first final for Samoa in any major sports event. Samoa finally progressed to the finals after a terrific performance against the host nation - England. The win for Samoa against the English team came in extra time after a Stephen Crichton drop-goal. Samoa's win against the English side meant they…

2022-12-28Alexander Volkanovski reveals how Islam Makhachev became his No.1 target The pair are set to face off for Makhachev's lightweight belt on 12 February at UFC 284 in Perth, Australia, where Volkanovski aims to be the promotion's fifth simultaneous double champion. The Australian has amassed a thoroughly impressive MMA record and is on a…

imago images/Larry MacDougal Boston Bruins sit top of the Atlantic Division, but will be looking to bounce back from a recent defeat New Jersey Devils have come 3-6-1 over their previous ten If you're looking for the latest Bruins vs Devils predictions and odds, then look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump to: There will be an interesting game in the…

NOW that it's the inbetween period of Christmas and New Year, many people will be twiddling their thumbs wondering what to do next - or wondering what date it is. Don't panic! There are some brilliant rugby league-related books out there to help pass the time as well as get you excited about the new season. Here are five of the best rugby league…

IMAGO/ZUMA Wire, Richard Washbrooke/News Images Arsenal maintained their advantage at the top of the standings with victory on Boxing Day Brighton remain seventh in the Premier League standings If you're looking for the latest Premier League predictions and odds for Brighton vs Arsenal then look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump to: There will be an…

IMAGO/ZUMA Wire Tottenham Hotspur could drop out of the top four on New Year's Day Aston Villa returned to Premier League action with defeat against Liverpool If you're looking for the latest Premier League predictions and odds for Tottenham vs Aston Villa, look no further than Vegas Odds. Jump to: Two sides looking to get back on track in the…

Josh Addo-Carr bagged four tries in a man-of-the-match performance, as a rampant Australia took a massive step towards the 2021 Rugby League World Cup quarter-finals in an 84-0 demolition job against Scotland at the Coventry Building Society Arena. The Canterbury Bulldogs flyer headlined a fifteen-try rout steered by the boot of half-back Nathan…

Volkanovski defends his UFC featherweight title this Saturday against The Korean Zombie, but the Australian once weighed a lot heavier than 145-pounds It's hard to believe that fighting was once just a way for Alex Volkanovski to keep fit during his days as a 214lb rugby league player. UFC featherweight champion Volkanovski makes the third defence…

IMAGO/News Images Chelsea sit eighth in the Premier League standings after suffering three straight defeats Bournemouth looking for a second straight win to move clear of the relegation places If you're looking for the latest Premier League predictions and odds, then look no further than Vegas Odds because in this article we're going to preview…