Hull FC is set to face Leigh Leopards in the Challenge Cup, aiming for a spot in the Quarter-Finals. This will be the first cup match between Hull and Leigh since 2005.
Hull FC’s Unchanged Squad
For the first time in 2026, Hull FC’s Head Coach has named an unchanged 21-man squad. Hull FC are looking to secure a place in the Challenge Cup Quarter-Finals for a second consecutive season.
Key Player Absences for Hull FC
A number of players are unavailable for Hull FC. Will Pryce (ACL), Harvey Barron (ankle), and Herman Ese’ese (Achilles) are among those sidelined. Joe Batchelor (calf), Jed Cartwright (hamstring), Ryan Westerman (foot) and Roman Dawson (knee) are also unavailable.
Looking Back: 2005 Challenge Cup
The upcoming match marks the first cup meeting between Hull and Leigh since 2005. Hull FC went on to win their third Challenge Cup title that year.
Hull FC’s 21-man squad has been named as they prepare for the weekend’s tie.