Fixture details and BBC coverage confirmed for Betfred Challenge Cup Third Round

Bradford Bulls’ enthralling 2026 Betfred Challenge Cup third round tie at London Broncos has been chosen for live BBC Sport coverage on Sunday February 8 (KO 3pm).

Bradford, back in Betfred Super League after a 12-year absence, will head south to face ambitious opponents who are hoping to make strides in the Championship this season.

London, revitalised since Australian superstar Darren Lockyer took part ownership, will hope to cause a shock as sides continue the road to Wembley.

They haven’t reached the final since 1999 when a team featuring rugby league greats Shaun Edwards and Martin Offiah lost out to Leeds Rhinos.

Bradford, whose last Cup final win came in 2003, are looking to press on into the fourth round as they step up their preparations for their Super League return.

A full list of Betfred Challenge Cup Round Three fixtures can be found below:

Friday February 6

Hunslet v Huddersfield Giants (KO 7pm)

Workington Town v St Helens (KO 7.30pm)

Sheffield Eagles v Warrington Wolves (KO 7.30pm)

Lock Lane v Hull KR (KO 8pm)

Salford RLFC v Hull FC (KO 8pm)

Saturday February 7

Doncaster RLFC v Castleford Tigers (KO 2pm)

Widnes Vikings v Leeds Rhinos (KO 3pm)

Barrow Raiders v York Knights (KO 6pm)

North Wales Crusaders v Leigh Leopards (7pm)

Sunday February 8

London Broncos v Bradford Bulls (KO 3pm) - BBC Sport

Swinton Lions v Wakefield Trinity (KO 3pm)

Batley Bulldogs v Catalans Dragons (KO 2pm)

Rochdale Hornets v Wigan Warriors (KO 3pm)

Halifax Panthers v Goole Vikings (KO 3pm)

Oldham RLFC v Dewsbury Rams (KO 3pm) - Bower Fold, Stalybridge

Keighley Cougars v Midlands Hurricanes (KO 3pm)

It's Betfred Challenge Cup Finals Day at Wembley Stadium on Saturday 30 May 2026. Book your tickets here today and enjoy our early bird prices!