Hull KR secured a 40-16 victory over Bradford Bulls at Craven Park as England winger Joe Burgess reached the landmark of 200 career tries. The result moved the Robins into the top four of the Betfred Super League and left Bradford still third from bottom of the table.
How the match unfolded
Burgess opened the scoring with a finish in the left corner and later completed his brace as part of an 18-point run after half-time that effectively decided the contest. The hosts scored seven tries in total, with contributions from Jack Broadbent, Tyrone May, Jez Litten, Tom Davies and Elliot Minchella, while goalkickers Hampshire and Martin added conversions.
| Team | Score | Main tryscorers | Goal kickers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hull KR | 40 | Burgess (2), Broadbent, May, Litten, Davies, Minchella | Hampshire 3, Martin 3 |
| Bradford Bulls | 16 | Armitage, Connor Wynne, Andy Ackers | Hooley 2 |
Key moments and concerns for Bradford
- After Burgess's early score Bradford hit back when Guy Armitage capitalised on a loose Broadbent take to level the game.
- Jack Broadbent restored the Robins' lead before Tyrone May produced a spectacular long-range effort, carrying from inside his own half to score on the right touchline.
- Connor Wynne replied with a length-of-the-field try after collecting a high kick near his own line, but a shoulder problem he appeared to sustain earlier meant he did not feature again.
Despite spirited late efforts from the Bulls, including Andy Ackers crossing and a strong defensive stop from Joe Mellor that prevented Burgess completing a hat-trick, Hull KR pulled away in the second half. Litten and Davies added further scores and captain Minchella finished under the posts to complete the Robins' tally.
Implications
The win strengthens Hull KR's position in the upper reaches of the Super League, while Bradford remain hovering above the relegation zone. The match also contained off-field significance for Bulls supporters: the club has confirmed that Guy Armitage will be leaving at the end of the season.
For Bradford, the concerns around Connor Wynne's shoulder will be monitored in the coming days, and the club will reflect on missed opportunities to stem the Robins' momentum at Craven Park.
