It was the worst kept secret in rugby league over the past few days, but it was officially announced today that Super League sides Hull KR and Leeds Rhinos will play at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on February 28th, 2026.

It will be the second year that Super League sides will join the festivities in Las Vegas, and the third year rugby league will be played in the entertainment capital of the world, following the NRL launching the project in 2024. The Robins and the Rhinos will be joined by the Canterbury Bulldogs, St George. Illawarra Dragons, Newcastle Knights and North Queensland Cowboys from the NRL.

Hull KR chief executive had this to say on the Robins’ trip stateside: “This is undoubtably the biggest Betfred Super League event ever in terms of profile and global attention. To have Hull KR at the heart of it is an incredible opportunity we’re determined to maximise.

“Sport is about creating memories and moments that last a lifetime – for our players and our supporters. This is one of those moments. To play in Las Vegas, in front of a worldwide audience and on one of sport’s biggest stages, is something the players, staff and fans will never forget.”

“We’ve worked hard over the last few years to build something special, and this is another step forward on that journey. In particular, we were keen to be the designated home team so we can ‘Hull KR’ the experience as much as possible and take our unique matchday experience and atmosphere on the road with us.”

“I’d like to extend my sincere thanks to our Board of Directors for their vision, commitment, and financial underwriting to make this historic fixture a reality. The opportunity to showcase Hull KR on the world stage in Las Vegas is a monumental step forward for the club, and one that wouldn’t have been possible without the unwavering support and ambition of our Board. We’re proud to be flying the flag for Super League and for the East Yorkshire region in such a landmark event.”

Leeds Rhinos Commercial Director Rob Oates added on the Rhinos website: ““We are delighted to get the call to head to Vegas in 2026. Everyone here in Super League was blown away by the impact that Wigan and Warrington made earlier in the year and the challenge now is to make it even bigger and better in ’26… We are working closely with Hull KR, who are great partners for this event, and RL Commercial and this is a massive opportunity not just for the Rhinos but Super League to show the world just how passionate our loyal supporters are.”

“The scenes earlier in the year from Vegas whether on Fremont Street or the vivid blocks of UK fans in their club colours at Allegiant Stadium were incredible and sets the benchmark for ourselves and the Robins. We hope that over 10,000 fans will be travelling across from England, which will make this a real ‘I was there’ moment. What went on in Vegas has definitely not stayed in Vegas in this case and everyone wants to be part of it”

Both clubs are said to be offering travel packages for Las Vegas, with Hull KR also saying that: “the club are working on plans to bring fans together in Hull so they can enjoy the occasion collectively and be part of this unique experience, even from afar.”

Hull KR next host the Huddersfield Giants at Sewell Group Craven Park in the Super League, whilst the Rhinos host KR’s cross-city rivals Hull FC at the AMT Headingley Stadium this weekend.

Written by Nathan Major-Kershaw (Site editor & Hull KR fan)