Summary

  • Use play icon at top of the page to watch live coverage.

  • Halifax Panthers are the first Championship side in 13 years to reach the last four of the Challenge Cup in 2019

  • Bradford Bulls have won the Challenge Cup five times

  • Get involved by using #bbcrl

  1. 5 Live Rugby League Podcastpublished at 15:37 BST 22 April 2023

    BBC Sport

    Dave Woods and ex-England half-back Kevin Brown are joined by seven-time Super League Grand Final winner, Jamie Jones-Buchanan. With the regular season a third of the way through, who are the winners and losers so far? We hear from England head coach Shaun Wane ahead of the forthcoming international against France and should there be a return to the Lancashire versus Yorkshire clashes of old?

  2. Halifax v Bradfordpublished at 15:33 BST 22 April 2023

    BBC Sport

    Halifax Panthers, who became the first Championship side in 13 years to reach the last four of the Challenge Cup in 2019, will go head to head with the team they beat in the 2019 competition, five time Challenge Cup winners Bradford Bulls.

    The winners will not only secure their place in round six, but are also guaranteed a place in the 1985 Cup semi-finals.

    And you’ll be sure to catch all of the action as there will be multi-camera coverage of the fixture, in the commentary box BBC Sport’s Sharon Shortle will be joined by former Bradford Bulls head coach John Kear.

    Our dynamic duo will also be encouraging viewers to get in touch using #bbcrl

  3. Where and how to watchpublished at 15:33 BST 22 April 2023

    Kick off is 19:45pm

    BBC iPlayer

    You can catch all of the action LIVE on BBC iPlayer, the BBC Sport website and App.

  4. How to get into rugby leaguepublished at 15:32 BST 22 April 2023

    How to get involved?

    Get Inspired
    #GetInspired

    Rugby league is a fast and dynamic game, which involves great strength, stamina and skill, and is played through the summer, so no muddy pitches, or cold, wet training nights!

    With so many variations, you don't have to play the full version of the game to be part of it.

    Whatever your age, gender, fitness level or technical ability there is a version of rugby league that will suit you.

    Why get into rugby league?

    It's a great sport to build up strength, stamina and fitness, as well as making friends and socialising.

    Who is it for?

    With so many versions of the game, there is something to suit everyone, regardless of your age or gender.

    Is there a cheap option?

    Grab a rugby ball and some friends and head to the park for a game of touch rugby. See below for more info.

    What if I want a proper workout?

    Join a club to commit to playing and training on a weekly basis to really build up your strength and stamina.

    Can I take it to another level?

    There will be various teams at your local club so give them a call and see when they are next holding trials.

    Am I too old?

    No, Masters Rugby League allows players above the age of 35 an opportunity to keep turning out.

    Is there a disability option?

    There is Physical Disability Rugby League for players with a physical disability. In addition, wheelchair rugby league allows disabled players of both genders to play together.

    Is there a family option?

    Touch or tag rugby league is a fun, non-contact version of the sport suitable for all ages to play together.