Hull KR unleashed a spectacular display of attacking rugby, crossing the try line eight times as they secured their third consecutive Betfred Super League triumph with a resounding 46‑0 win over Toulouse. The visitors opened the scoring early when Elliot Minchella broke through the French defence, and although a second try was later ruled out after a video review, the momentum was already firmly in Hull KR’s favour.
A high, well‑timed kick from Mikey Lewis forced a handling error from Toulouse, allowing Rhyse Martin to charge over for a second try, extending the lead to 12‑0. The first half continued to tilt heavily toward the home side.
Tyrone May, showcasing his play‑making flair, handed the ball to Dean Hadley who sprinted over for a try just before the interval, pushing the tally to 18‑0. The second half began with the same ruthless efficiency. Joe Burgess, using his size and speed, powered his way over the line three minutes after the break, taking the score to 24‑0. By this point Toulouse’s defence was visibly disintegrating, and Hull KR capitalised on every lapse.
The onslaught did not stop there. A swift break by Mikey Lewis ripped through the weakened French line, and he expertly off‑loaded to hooker Jez Litten, who grounded the ball for the fifth try of the evening. The Rovers’ dominance was further highlighted when Peta Hiku intercepted a misguided pass intended to spread the ball left‑handed, sprinting the full length of the field to add another try to the tally.
Lewis, still in scintillating form, darted through once more, setting up Jai Whitbread for the seventh score, while Burgess completed his brace shortly after, sealing a night that left Toulouse reeling for their sixth straight defeat. The match also featured a technical note for viewers: the club advised fans to use the Chrome browser for an optimal video‑player experience, ensuring that the spectacular highlights could be enjoyed without interruption.
In a separate fixture, Leigh re‑established themselves as a competitive force in the Betfred Super League, eking out a gritty 18‑6 win over York at the LNER Community Stadium. The Leopards entered the game having secured just one victory in their previous four outings across all competitions, making this result potentially pivotal for their season’s trajectory. The opening exchanges saw Gareth O'Brien and Xavier Va'a each cross the try line in the first half, giving Leigh an early edge.
However, York’s Adam Cook kept the visitors within touching distance with a well‑taken penalty, leaving the halftime score at a narrow 8‑6 in Leigh’s favour. The second half was a test of resilience. Both squads had only two wins from their first seven matches, with Leigh sitting a single place above York in the standings thanks to a superior points differential.
Injury woes continued to haunt Leigh, as key players such as David Armstrong, Umyla Hanley and Bailey Hodgson remained sidelined. Yet the team welcomed back former York winger AJ Towse, who, despite a heavy early tackle from his boyhood club, displayed his class with a last‑ditch tackle that denied Scott Galeano a scoring opportunity. Towse’s impact grew when, in the 14th minute, O'Brien completed a fluid move, stretching towards the line to give Leigh the lead. A contentious moment followed when Edwin Pape’s grubber kick ricocheted off two York defenders and teammate Frankie Halton, only for Lachlan Lam to dive onto the loose ball.
The try was subsequently disallowed for off‑side, a decision that seemed to galvanise the home side. Xavier Va'a responded with a powerful drive under the posts, leveling the scores. York’s sole try came from a player who was later sin‑binned for a shoulder charge in the 29th minute, allowing Cook to slot a routine penalty that restored Leigh’s 8‑6 advantage heading into the break. The second half saw fewer clear‑cut chances, but a dramatic moment unfolded when Towse launched an acrobatic effort into the left corner.
A superb covering tackle stripped the ball from his grasp, preventing what could have been a crucial York score. That defensive heroics sparked Leigh into a late surge. In the 56th minute, Josh Charnley exploited space on the right wing, crossing the line to make it 12‑6.
Shortly after, Jacob Alick‑Wiencke powered through a tentative York defence, adding the third try for Leigh. Cook’s reliable boot added another penalty, extending the lead to 18‑6. York fought valiantly in the closing minutes, with Paul Vaughan nearly breaching the try line, but the effort was halted before it could be completed.
Ultimately, Mark Applegarth’s side suffered their fifth consecutive Super League defeat, underscoring the challenges they face this campaign. Both matches will be broadcast live on Sky Sports, which continues its commitment to airing every Super League game this season. Two fixtures per round are shown exclusively live, while the remaining five are featured on the Sky Sports+ platform, ensuring fans have comprehensive access to the league’s action.