Hull KR aim for historic Super League title win from sixth place

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Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Hull KR aim for historic Super League title win from sixth place

Summary

Hull KR enters the Super League play-offs as defending champions, seeking to achieve a historic back-to-back title victory. To do so, they would need to become the first team to win the Super League from the sixth position. The challenge involves overcoming strong competition in the knockout phase. Their journey through the play-offs will determine if they can rewrite history.

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By the Numbers

•Hull KR defends its Super League title this season.
•No team has ever won the title from sixth place.
•The play-offs are crucial for Hull KR's championship defense.
•The upcoming matches will determine their chances of making history.

What they're saying

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Hull KR head into the play-offs as defending champions, but if they are to go back-to-back, they will have to make history by becoming the first team ever to win the Super League title from sixth place.
— Sky Sports

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