Leeds Rhinos overpower Bradford Bulls to extend Super League lead
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 4:11 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Leeds Rhinos defeated Bradford Bulls 50-16 in a Super League match on July 5, 2026. The Rhinos scored nine tries, including a hat-trick by Ash Handley, who achieved his 150th career try. Leeds capitalized on a strong start, scoring several early tries to maintain control. Bradford's Ethan Ryan briefly sparked a fightback with two tries, but Leeds quickly reasserted dominance. The victory extends Leeds' winning streak to 11 in 12 matches, strengthening their lead in the league standings.
- •Leeds scored nine tries against Bradford in the match.
- •Ash Handley recorded his hat-trick and reached 150 career tries.
- •Bradford's Ethan Ryan scored two tries, including his 100th for the Bulls.
- •Leeds has 11 wins in their last 12 matches.
- •The match took place at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
- 4:11 PMBBC Sport — Leeds crush Bradford to stretch lead to four points
"Leeds Rhinos crush Bradford Bulls as they make it 11 wins from 12 to extend their Super League lead to four points.
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