In depth- London Broncos vs Castleford Tigers (Betfred Super League Round 17)

James Booth • 10 July 2024

London Broncos vs Castleford Tigers is a matchup which is the 8th most frequent in Broncos Super League history with the fixture taking place on 40 occasions and 51 times in all competitions. Out of these 51 occasions, the Broncos have won 18 times, lost 28 times, and drawn 5 times. The Broncos have faced Castleford at home on 26 occasions with the Broncos winning 7, losing 15 & drawing 4 times.

 

The first time that the Broncos took on Castleford Tigers was on December 6th, 1981, at Craven Cottage where the Tigers came away 19-7 victors vs Fulham RLFC in front of an audience of 4,675. This Friday’s fixture will be the first time that the Broncos have taken on Castleford at home since February 23rd, 2019, where Castleford beat London 40-6 at Trailfinders- Click below to watch the highlights from this game!


The Broncos have not beaten Castleford in London in their last 4 attempts. The last time that the Broncos beat the Tigers at home was on March 10th, 2012, at the Stoop where Harlequins RL came away 42-16 winners. The Broncos have already taken on Castleford once this season in Round 9 at the Mend-A-Hose Jungle where Castleford beat London 40-0- click below to watch the highlights from this game!


Castleford Tigers have taken on the Broncos in 3 of our different names since our first meeting in 1981 (Fulham RLFC, Harlequins RL & London Broncos). The two sides have played each other at many different venues across the fixture’s history including Craven Cottage, Wheldon Road, the Polytechnic, the Crytal Palace NSC, The Valley, The Stoop, Headingley, the Hive & Trailfinders. Friday’s match will be the first time that the two sides have faced each other at Kuflink Stadium or in the county of Kent. Check out some of the best images of our previous fixtures throughout the years below:


Throughout the years of this fixture, the Broncos have accumulated a points difference of -275, scoring 1,055 points and conceding 1,330 points. The highest try scorer in the history of this fixture is Luke Dorn who has scored 15 tries in 15 games, scoring 12 for London (between 2006-2013) and 3 for Castleford (2014). The player who has made the most appearances in the history of this fixture is Danny Orr, who has played in this fixture 26 games (20 for Castleford & 6 for London). London’s biggest win vs Castleford came on August 25th, 1996, where the Broncos came away 56-0 victors at the Valley. Castleford’s biggest win against the Broncos came on July 20th, 2008 (66-12) at the Stoop.

 

Castleford Tigers honours

Super League League Leaders: 2017

Challenge Cup Winners: 1934/35, 1968/69, 1969/70, 1985/86.

 

LONDON BRONCOS v CASTLEFORD TIGERS

(at Kuflink Stadium, Ebsfleet)


Last ten meetings:

Castleford 40, London Broncos 0 (26/4/24)


Castleford 20, London Broncos 6 (10/8/19)


Castleford 42, London Broncos 10 (30/6/19)


London Broncos 6, Castleford 40 (23/2/19)

(at Trailfinders Sports Ground, Ealing)


Castleford 64, London Broncos 18 (3/8/14)


London Broncos 6, Castleford 54 (27/3/14)

(at The Hive, Barnet)


London Broncos 30, Castleford 30 (1/6/13)

(at Twickenham Stoop)


Castleford 12, London Broncos 26 (17/3/13)


Castleford 20, London Broncos 42 (12/8/12)


London Broncos 42, Castleford 16 (10/3/12)

(at Twickenham Stoop)

MATCH REPORT: London Broncos 6-36 York Knights

by Jake Watson • 4 May 2025
LONDON BRONCOS V YORK CITY KNIGHTS (by David Ballheimer) London Broncos (6) 6, York City Knights (10) 36 London Broncos conceded four tries in 18 early second-half minutes which allowed York RL Knights to run away with the game at a cold and blowy Cherry Red Records stadium. The dismal chill that developed through the early evening was rather indicative of the London performance. It all seemed very different in bright warm sunshine during the opening exchanges, and it was the Broncos who scored first, in the eighth minute. The possession went almost 100 metres starting with an excellent kick return by Chris Hellec. A penalty late in the possession essentially gave a repeat set, starting five metres from the York line and, a few tackles later, the ball was fed to the left wing, where Liam Tindall was able to squeeze over in the corner. Hellec’s conversion from the touchline was superb.

'Legends Lounge' with London Broncos

by Jake Watson • 4 May 2025
'LEGENDS LOUNGE' WITH LONDON BRONCOS Enjoy a matchday with London Broncos with the ultimate gameday experience in the 'Legends Lounge'. Watch the game from the best seat in the house and enjoy a hot pre-match meal with your own dedicated bar. With a drink on arrival and half-time teas and coffees you are also treated to an opportunity to meet a Broncos legend. On Saturday, May 3rd we welcomed former player Dave Williams to The Cherry Red Records Stadium where he spoke about his time in the club and why he is so passionate about the sport in London.

Match Sponsors Resilient Roofing

by Jake Watson • 4 May 2025
MATCH SPONSORS RESILIENT ROOFING Thank you very much to Resilient Roofing who were our big match sponsors for the game against York Knights on May 3rd. As part of their matchday experience the team enjoyed an afternoon at The Cherry Red Records Stadium with their own private box with dedicated hospitality. To find out more about Resilient Roofing - CLICK HERE!

MATCH HIGHLIGHTS: London Broncos vs York Knights

by Jake Watson • 4 May 2025
MATCH HIGHLIGHTS: London Broncos vs York Knights You can now watch back extended highlights from the Round 9 Championship clash between London Broncos and York Knights at The Cherry Red Records Stadium. #WeAreLondon

MATCH GALLERY: London Broncos vs York Knights

by Jake Watson • 4 May 2025
MATCH GALLERY: London Broncos vs York Knights You can now take a look through the best images from Saturday's Championship clash with York Knights at The Cherry Red Records Stadium. We would welcome back Dave Williams as our special guest in the Legends Lounge and we thank our Match Sponsors Resilient Roofing for their support. #WeAreLondon

POST MATCH REACTION: Mike Eccles following York defeat

by Jake Watson • 3 May 2025
POST MATCH REACTION: Mike Eccles following York defeat London Broncos Director of Rugby & Performance Mike Eccles has said there will still plenty of positives despite falling to defeat to York at The Cherry Red Records Stadium. Broncos took the lead in the first half through Liam Tindall but wouldn't score again as York would run out comfortable 36-6 winners. Despite the scoreline Eccles says there are positives and says the team will keep working to turnaround the run of results. #WeAreLondon

TEAM NEWS: London Broncos vs York Knights

by Jake Watson • 3 May 2025
TEAM NEWS: London Broncos vs York Knights Here is your starting line-up for this afternoon's Round 9 Championship clash with York Knights at The Cherry Red Records Stadium. There are four changes to the team that lost to Halifax last week as Aaron Small, Lennie Ellis, Kian McDermott and Lukas Mason all come into start. Jenson Binks returns to the matchday squad but Lewis Bienek misses out with injury. #WeAreLondon

MATCHDAY GUIDE

by Jake Watson • 2 May 2025
MATCHDAY GUIDE

MATCH PREVIEW: London Broncos vs York Knights

by Jake Watson • 2 May 2025
MATCH PREVIEW: London Broncos vs York Knights London Broncos welcome Championship rivals York Knights to The Cherry Red Records Stadium on Saturday afternoon looking to put a stop to a run of three consecutive defeats. On the other side York have won 5 of their previous 6 games with the only defeat coming against Featherstone in a tightly contested affair being decided by just two points. For the Broncos they have performed strongly at home with the only home defeat coming against Batley who scored a try in the last moments of the game to steal the points. The 21-man squad selected by Mike Eccles is available below. Jenson Binks returns to the squad after missing the defeat to Halifax under HIA protocol in a welcome boost. Meanwhile, Lukas Mason & Kian McDermott return from Wigan Warriors after being unavailable for the previous few games. Emmanuel Waine plays the second game of his two week loan and Lennie Ellis joins Louix Gorman is coming from Hull KR and goes straight into the 21. Lennie Ellis is a 19-year-old half and hooker who made his first team debut against Wigan Warriors in 2023. Last season he played on loan in the Championship with Whitehaven and earlier this season played for Goole in League One.

WHO HAS PLAYED FOR BOTH? London Broncos & York Knights

by Jake Watson • 1 May 2025
WHO HAS PLAYED FOR BOTH? London Broncos & York Knights London Broncos play host to York Knights on Saturday but can you tell me what players that have had both clubs play host to them? We have picked out some to have played for both in recent years but can you add any more to the list below? SAM DAVIS A London Broncos academy product, the Leicester born hooker has enjoyed two spells in the capital, sandwiched either side of a spell in the yellow and black of York. Davis played for London between 2016-2021 before moving to York signing a two year deal, however injuries meant he never really settled and rejoined London in 2023 initially on loan before signing permanent terms.  Following relegation from Super League at the end of the 2024 season Davis would move to Salford however financial issues there has meant Davis has once again signed dual-registration terms. So, whilst it won’t be this weekend we could see more of Sammy in a Broncos jersey in the future.
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