Former Wigan boss Shaun Wane has emerged as the early favourite to succeed David Furner as the head coach of Leeds Rhinos.
In what should have been a triumphant moment for international rugby league, the RFL confirmed this week that the Great Britain and Ireland Lions will return in 2019 after a decade of dormancy.
Rugby league’s Challenge Cup holders Catalans Dragons may not be able to defend their crown in the 2019 tournament after refusing to pay a deposit of £500,000 to the sport’s governing body.