Challenge Cup draw: Hull FC to face Hull KR in quarter-finals

Hull FC will face their cross-city rivals, Hull Kingston Rovers (Hull KR), in the Challenge Cup quarter-finals. This follows a thrilling comeback victory for Hull FC against the defending champions, Wigan Warriors, boosting their confidence for the upcoming match.

John Cartwright's team, trailing 6-22 at halftime, staged a remarkable second-half comeback to defeat the 21-time champions 26-22. They will now face Hull KR at the MKM Stadium in the quarter-finals, after Hull KR's comfortable victory over the second-tier team, Oldham. The last time the two teams met in the Challenge Cup was in 1986, adding historical significance to the upcoming derby.

Last year's runners-up, Warrington Wolves, will host St Helens after their victory over Widnes Vikings. Meanwhile, the 2023 champions, Leigh Leopards, will face Wakefield Trinity, setting the stage for intense competition in the next round.

In the BBC-televised draw, the 2018 champions, Catalans Dragons – considered strong favorites to win the competition – will host the struggling Super League side, Salford Red Devils, in Perpignan. All matches are scheduled to take place over the weekend of April 5th and 6th, promising a weekend of thrilling rugby league action.

The quarter-final matchups are as follows: Hull FC vs Hull KR; Warrington Wolves vs St Helens; Wakefield Trinity vs Leigh Leopards; Catalans Dragons vs Salford Red Devils. These matchups guarantee exciting and competitive games as teams vie for a spot in the semi-finals.