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Leeds Rhinos Crush Hull KR 58-6 in Vegas Showdown

3/1/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Leeds Rhinos defeated Hull Kingston Rovers (Hull KR) 58-6 in Las Vegas.
Maika Sivo scored four tries in his first game back after an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury.
Leeds led 28-0 at halftime, with Brodie Croft and Keenan Palasia also scoring for Leeds.
Hull Kingston Rovers' coach labeled the performance the worst of his tenure.

History

Historical Context

The 2013 Rugby League World Cup, hosted by England and Wales, featured 14 teams and marked a significant expansion for the tournament, which had been delayed from 2012 due to the London Olympics. Australia triumphed over New Zealand 34-2 in the final, attended by a record 74,468 fans, highlighting rugby league's growing global appeal and economic impact, with profits reaching £3.7 million.

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Story summary

Leeds Rhinos defeated Hull Kingston Rovers (Hull KR) 58-6 in Las Vegas.
Maika Sivo scored four tries in his first game back after an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury.
Leeds led 28-0 at halftime, with Brodie Croft and Keenan Palasia also scoring for Leeds.
Hull Kingston Rovers' coach labeled the performance the worst of his tenure.

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