Hull KR pull clear to extend derby dominance over Hull FC
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Hull KR claimed successive Betfred Super League victories for the first time this season with a 24-6 win over Hull FC in a fiery 250th edition of the Hull derby.
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Hull KR 24-6 Hull FC: Robins pull clear of local rivals to win fiery 250th derby in Super League Rivals Round opener Hull KR capitalise on early errors before overpowering Hull FC with second-half tries from Jez Litten and Joe Burgess to seal back‑to‑back Betfred Super League wins; Sky Sports is the only place to watch every Super League game live in 2026 Jack Wilkinson Sports Journalist @jacktwilkinson Friday 3 April 2026 14:36, UK Hull KR claimed successive Betfred Super League victories for the first time this season with a 24-6 win over Hull FC in a fiery 250th edition of the Hull derby. Capitalising on an error‑strewn start from their rivals, the Robins raced into a 10‑point lead inside the opening quarter courtesy of tries from Jack Broadbent and Oliver Gildart. Hull FC hit back before half-time through Tom Briscoe and thought they had levelled early in the second half, only for Lewis Martin's try to be contentiously ruled out for a knock‑on. Rivals Round: Good Friday - As it happened! Not got Sky? Get Sky Sports or stream contract-free on NOW Download Sky Sports app for expert analysis, video and more Choose the Sky Sports push notifications you want A fiercely-contested derby erupted in multiple flashpoints, which both sides channelled into periods of dominance, but it was Hull KR who delivered the telling blow. Jez Litten was sent over after a mesmeric Tyrone May break before two customary Joe Burgess tries put the game to bed in the final 10 minutes. The victory sees Hull KR climb up to sixth and into the play-offs spots, leapfrogging Hull FC who drop to ninth in the Super League table. Hull KR extend derby dominance over Hull FC Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Hull KR take the lead in the Hull derby after a well-worked set-play, with Mikey Lewis timing his pass perfectly Hull FC struggled to get to grips with Hull KR's dominant start and were architects of their own downfall, with a succession of knock‑ons and penalties inviti...
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