Daryl Powell calls for abolition of captain's challenges in Super League
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 8:55 PM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
Daryl Powell, manager of Wakefield Trinity, has called for the abolition of captain's challenges in rugby league following a dramatic 26-24 victory over Hull KR. The match featured nine tries, two sin-bins, and two red cards, but lengthy reviews due to captain's challenges extended the game's duration significantly. Powell criticized the current implementation, arguing it disrupts the flow and enjoyment of the sport. He emphasized the need for urgent changes to enhance the game's appeal and called for the Rugby Football League to reconsider the rule ahead of the next season.
- •Powell oversaw a 26-24 win against Hull KR.
- •The match saw lengthy video reviews due to captain's challenges.
- •Powell believes challenges disrupt game flow and intensity.
- •He advocates for abolishing the rule before next season.
- •Wakefield Trinity currently sits third in the Super League standings.
- 8:55 PMYahoo Sports — Captain's challenge must be abolished - Powell
- 8:53 PMBBC Sport — Captain's challenge must be abolished - Powell
"Wakefield Trinity boss Daryl Powell says captain's challenges must be abolished for the good of rugby league.
"Wakefield Trinity boss Daryl Powell says captain's challenges must be abolished for the good of rugby league.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 8:55 PMCaptain's challenge must be abolished - Powell
Wakefield Trinity boss Daryl Powell says captain's challenges must be abolished for the good of rugby league.
- BBC SportJun 6, 2026, 8:53 PMCaptain's challenge must be abolished - Powell
Wakefield Trinity boss Daryl Powell says captain's challenges must be abolished for the good of rugby league.
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