Hull KR vs. Broncos Predictions

We have Hull KR vs. Broncos predictions for the World Club Challenge on Friday, February 20 at 6:30am at Craven Park.

The World Club Challenge is always an intriguing contest, and although we rate the Broncos much higher than the Rovers, having the home field advantage often makes it closer than expected.

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Best Bet

Hull KR +12.5 @ $1.90

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The last two World Club Challenge games have gone to the UK-based teams. St Helens and Wigan defeated the Panthers in consecutive years, so there is a lot of pressure on the Broncos to buck the trend.

Hull KR was a surprising winner of the Super League last season, but it has a team good enough to keep up with the Broncos, who are firm favourites. However, the Broncos recently lost Payne Haas to the Rabbitohs, despite being listed in the try scorers market.

That’s a big loss in the forward pack for the NRL champions, who might need some time to find their groove in 2026.

The World Club Challenge always favours the British teams, especially in the conditions, so getting a +12.5 start for a team that includes Joe Burgess, Tom Davies, and a good forward pack is generous from bookmakers.

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Same Game Multi

Hull KR +12.5, Joe Burgess Anytime Try Scorer, Deine Mariner Anytime Try Scorer, Under 36.5 @ $18.50

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Joe Burgess is a $3 chance to score a try for Hull KR, and although we predict a low-scoring contest, he has a good chance of scoring for the locals. He’s a power runner, and he could catch the Broncos’ defence off-guard.

Deine Mariner is the $2 favourite to score a try. He’s an elite try scorer for the Broncos, and if he gets good service on his inside, he could cross for a four pointer. The $2 odds boost World Club Challenge multi bet payouts.

Under 36.5 points is a good multi bet inclusion. They are often low-scoring games at this time of the year, and with temperatures in Hull being extremely low all week, the field will be soddened and tough to play expansive rugby league on.

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Best Value Bet

Hull KR First Half Winner @ $4.00

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The conditions favour Hull KR, who are used to playing in the rain and cold. They could come out with a better game plan, especially with the Broncos looking to throw the ball around.

Hull KR’s tough forward pack should eat up the metres in the middle of the park, and they might need only one try to take a halftime lead.

Punters get $4, which is an excellent value price with rugby league odds.

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