BBC broadcasts extensive rugby league coverage for 2026 season
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Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The 2026 rugby league season is underway, with the BBC offering live coverage of various matches. Notable fixtures include the Challenge Cup first round, featuring Thatto Heath Crusaders against Seaton Rangers on January 10, and several Super League matches spanning throughout the year. The BBC's lineup also includes the Men's and Women's Challenge Cup finals on May 30, and ongoing coverage of Super League and Challenge Cup games leading into the season's climax with the Super League Grand Final on October 3. Fans can follow the action on BBC One, BBC Two, and iPlayer.
- •Hull KR defends titles from 2025 season live on BBC
- •Multiple Challenge Cup and Super League fixtures scheduled
- •Finals for men's and women's Challenge Cups set for May 30
- •Season highlights include Super League Grand Final on October 3
- 9:21 PMYahoo Sports — Which Super League and Challenge Cup games are BBC showing live in 2026?
"Follow all the action live across the BBC as rugby league makes its return for the 2026 season.
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