Match Preview: London Broncos vs Oldham

Oldham head to Wimbledon for an absorbing encounter with London Broncos at the Cherry Red Records Stadium in the second round of the Betfred Championship this Sunday (3pm kick-off).

Roughyeds are yet to concede a point having secured big victories in their opening two fixtures, and will be looking to secure another positive result against the much-talked-about Broncos.

Team News

Director of rugby Mike Ford has made two changes to his 21-man squad.

Emmanuel Waine features for the first time this year, while Adam Milner also returns, with both players in contention for a place in Sunday’s matchday line-up.

Jack Walker is left out of the side in a move that was always planned, allowing the full-back to receive more conditioning. Sam Littler is the other player to drop out, which leaves Iain Thornley and Matty Russell still recovering from their respective injuries, with Russell edging closer to making his debut.

Director of rugby Mike Ford spoke to Roughyeds TV, ahead of the Broncos clash here.

Squad in full: 2. Kieran Dixon, 3. Ben O’Keefe, 4. Ben Davies, 5. Jake Bibby, 6. Morgan Smith, 7. Riley Dean, 8. Jack Ormondroyd, 9. Matty Wildie, 10. Owen Farnworth, 11. Matty Ashurst, 12. Ryan Lannon, 13. Adam Milner, 14. Cole Geyer, 15. Ted Chapelhow, 16. Ewan Moore, 17. Emmanuel Waine, 18. Jaron Purcell, 19. Harvey Makin, 21. Tom Nisbet, 23. Josh Drinkwater, 24. Marcus Geener.

The Opposition

London Broncos have undergone a transformation since a takeover by Australian businessman Grant Wechsel.

Many have backed the Broncos for an immediate return to Super League after landing marquee signing Reagan Campbell-Gillard, complemented by a strong contingent of Papua New Guinea internationals and former NRL talent.

Historically, Roughyeds have a poor record against London, with only four away wins over the Broncos since the club was formed in 1980. Oldham, though, won both league meetings last year and will be hoping to secure a third straight victory.

Tickets and access

Ticket prices are as follows.

Adult £18
Concession £12
Junior £5
Infant Free

The Yeds Supporters Group have organised coach travel to Wimbledon, with travel just £45 for a return trip. There are a handful of spaces left, so book here now to avoid disappointment.

The coach will leave the Fox and Pine from 8:30am for arrival at the Cherry Red Records Stadium ahead of the game.

Media coverage

We are happy to confirm our live audio-only commentary will return this Sunday on Roughyeds TV from 3pm with Matt Horton once again in the hotseat, while George remains off.

Unfortunately due to connectivity issues, we could not provide commentary at Bower Fold last weekend, but the stream will be back up and running for the game this Sunday. Make sure you are following all of our social channels for immediate reaction, too.

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