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John Kear’s final commentary before legendary rugby broadcaster’s death

Legendary rugby league broadcaster John Kear covered Wigan Warriors’ Challenge Cup victory at Wembley for the BBC in his final commentary before his death on Sunday (31 May).

The Independent UK

Tributes pour in for rugby league legend John Kear after sudden passing

The Challenge Cup-winning coach and renowned broadcaster died on Sunday at the age of 71

The Independent UK

Challenge cup-winning coach and broadcaster John Kear dies aged 71 as tributes pour in

Rugby league mourns the loss of influential figure John Kear, who passed away at 71. Renowned for his tactical acumen and ability to inspire underdogs, Kear's four-decade career as a coach, mentor, and broadcaster earned him widespread respect. His legacy includes transforming struggling teams and fostering a deep love for…

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Rugby league legend dies suddenly after commentating for BBC on Challenge Cup final

Kear twice won the Challenge Cup and was admired and respected throughout the sport

The Independent UK

Rugby league great John Kear dies aged 71

Kear coached two Challenge Cup-winning sides before becoming a successful broadcaster.

The Independent UK

Challenge Cup crowds are dwindling but rugby league must save Wembley relationship

Fewer than 60,000 saw Wigan beat Hull KR in the Challenge Cup final and the sport needs to address its attendance problem

The Guardian - UK

French shines on comeback as Wigan secure Challenge Cup

Talismanic Australian stand-off Bevan French shone and Jack Farrimond scored Wigan's opening two tries in a seven-try Challenge Cup final thrashing of Hull KR.

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RL:French shines on comeback as Wigan secure Challenge Cup

Talismanic Australian stand-off Bevan French shone and Jack Farrimond scored Wigan's opening two tries in a seven-try Challenge Cup final thrashing of Hull KR.

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Bevan French back with a bang as Wigan seal Challenge Cup glory and revenge over Hull KR

Wigan Warriors 40-10 Hull KR: French returned from injury to help Wigan outclass Rovers at Wembley and banish memories of last season’s Grand Final defeat

The Independent UK

Ruthless Wigan romp to dominant win over Hull KR in Challenge Cup final

Wigan produced another Challenge Cup masterclass to extend their record as the kings of rugby league’s most prestigious competition

The Guardian - UK

How to watch Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors: Free streams, TV channels for Challenge Cup Final 2026

All the ways to watch Challenge Cup Final 2026 live streams online – including for FREE – with Hull KR vs Wigan Warriors on rugby league's big day at Wembley.

TechRadar

Wigan v Hull KR promises Challenge Cup classic but young players’ pay an issue

Wembley finalists seek to define status as modern greats but bubbling underneath is salary cap problem

The Guardian - UK

Hull KR and Wigan set to renew rivalry in intriguing Challenge Cup final

The two teams have contested each of the last two Super League Grand Finals.

The Independent UK

Elliot Minchella keen to ensure Willie Peters leaves on Challenge Cup high

Peters is departing to take head coach role at the Papua New Guinea Chiefs.

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Billy Vunipola shines as Montpellier demolish Ulster to claim Challenge Cup

Montpellier won their third Challenge Cup in 11 seasons after thrashing Ulster 59-26 in the final

The Guardian - UK

Hull KR thrash under-strength Wigan before final in disastrous look for Super League

Hull KR mauled a Wigan side made up of youngsters 62-4, just nine days before the two sides meet in the Challenge Cup final

The Guardian - UK

Hull KR set up clash of titans in Challenge Cup final against Wigan

Holders looked near enough unbeatable in brushing aside Warrington in the semi-final with a performance to rival the quality of the Warriors

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Wigan humiliate scoreless St Helens to reach Challenge Cup final

Wigan scored four first-half tries on their way to an emphatic 32-0 win over St Helens in the Challenge Cup semi-final

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Wigan edge out Wakefield in thriller to set up mouthwatering Saints semi-final

Zach Eckersley scored the decisive try in Wigan’s 26-22 win at Wakefield in the Challenge Cup quarter-final

The Independent UK

Lock Lane’s band of amateurs gear up for Challenge Cup glamour tie with Hull KR

‘We’re playing Hull KR next and it’s just like, wow,’ said head coach Brad Roberts.

The Independent UK

Hull KR clinch historic treble after thrashing champions Wigan in Grand Final

Rovers add to Challenge Cup and League Leaders’ Shield triumphs.

The Independent UK

Homegrown hero Mikey Lewis revels in long-awaited Hull KR triumph

Lewis kicked the winning points to seal a dramatic Challenge Cup final win as Hull KR ended a 40-year trophy drought

The Independent UK

Willie Peters had faith in Mikey Lewis kick as Hull KR clinch Challenge Cup

A late Tom Davies try, and two-pointer from Lewis, saw Rovers lift their first trophy in 40 years.

The Independent UK

Hull KR snatch late win over Warrington to end 40-year wait for trophy

Mikey Lewis stepped up with a late kick to boot his side into the history books.

The Guardian - UK

Hull KR end 45-year wait for Challenge Cup glory as late try denies Warrington

Hull KR beat Warrington 8-6 to win the Challenge Cup thanks to a late Tom Davies try and Mikey Lewis’s conversion

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