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Challenge Cup Quarters Pair Super League Teams

Published 17 March 2026

The Challenge Cup quarterfinal draw, conducted live on BBC's Morning Live on Tuesday, has paired eight Super League teams in intriguing matchups set for the weekend of April 11-12, as they vie for semifinal spots and a chance to reach the Wembley final on May 30.

Defending champions Hull KR will host York Knights at Craven Park, a rematch of the Knights' upset victory over the Robins in their Super League debut last month. Hull KR advanced with a commanding 52-12 win over Huddersfield Giants in the fourth round, scoring nine tries despite the Giants fielding a depleted squad missing 15 first-team players due to injuries. Mikey Lewis starred with two tries, including a long-range solo effort, as teammates Tom Whitehead, Peta Hiku, Tom Amone, Bill Leyland, Sam Luckley and Oli Gildart also crossed the line. The victory marked Hull KR's third straight win over Huddersfield this season, following a Super League triumph the previous week.

Wakefield Trinity, who ousted Leeds Rhinos 20-12 last Friday to reach the last eight, earned a home tie against record 21-time winners Wigan Warriors at Belle Vue. Under coach Daryl Powell, Wakefield are aiming for their first final appearance since...

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