Ton-up Rovers lock up first win in Cup title defence

The 2025 treble winners Hull KR launched their Challenge Cup title defence with a treble scoreline against community club Lock Lane, cruising to a club-record 104-0 triumph.

- By JOSH MCALLISTER

Despite the result, it's an occasion that will financially help the Castleford-based amateur club in years to come. Even after the chance to take the match to the home of Castleford Tigers, the amateur side were eager to play the reigning Super League champions on their home turf in a once in a lifetime opportunity.

naming a strong squad with the crowd braving the weather to cheer on their team for the first competitive match of 2026.

Karl Lawton, Jack Charles and Tom Whitehead made their official debuts for the club, while Jack Broadbent, Arthur Mourgue and Tyrone May combined in the spine.