The RFL has issued a statement about The Sportsman’s live and exclusive coverage in 2024 of another 20 fixtures and say that Oldham are strong favourites to lead the way in Betfred League One in 2024 ‘following the takeover led by cross-code maestro Mike Ford which has led to a return to Boundary Park.
The statement reads:
Rhodri Jones, the Managing Director of Rugby League Commercial, said:
“The Sportsman’s coverage has been a popular and valued addition to Rugby League’s broadcast portfolio in recent seasons, and in a year when there will be more matches shown than ever across a range of different platforms, we are delighted they remain a key part of that package.
“Their passion for the sport comes across in every match that they cover, and that is one of the reasons The Sportsman’s coverage has been so popular with Rugby League fans – especially given the platform they provide for competitions such as Betfred League One, the Women’s and Wheelchair Super Leagues, and the early rounds of the Betfred Challenge Cup.”
The Sportsman’s 2024 Rugby League coverage kicks off with a Wigan versus St Helens showdown in the First Round of the Betfred Challenge Cup – Orrell St James take on Haresfinch on Sunday January 14, with a 2pm kick-off.