In Depth- London Broncos vs Leigh Leopards (Super League Round 23)

James Booth • 21 August 2024

London Broncos vs Leigh Leopards is a matchup which has only taken place on three occasions so far in Super League history, with the rest of the fixtures being played in the Championship, the Challenge Cup, the Lancashire Cup & the Regal Trophy. London & Leigh have met once so far already this season (Round 18) at the Leigh Sports Village Stadium, where the Leopards came away 36-6 victors. See the video below for highlights of this fixture. In all competitions, London have faced Leigh on 32 occasions, with the Broncos winning 6, losing 25 and drawing 1 game. When playing at home, London have faced Leigh on 13 occasions with the Broncos winning 6, losing 7 and accumulating 306 points across these fixtures.


Leigh Leopards vs London Broncos highlights (Super League Round 18 highlights):

The first time that the Broncos took on Leigh Leopards was on December 7th, 1980 where Leigh defeated Fulham RLFC 17-9 at Hilton Park in front of an audience of 7,606. The first time that the Broncos took on Leigh Leopards at home was on April 4th 1982, as Fulham RLFC defeated Leigh 11-10 at Craven Cottage in front of an audience of 3,752.

 

Leigh Leopards have taken on the Broncos in 3 of our different names (Fulham RLFC, London Crusaders & London Broncos) whilst the Broncos have taken on Leigh in 3 of their different names (Leigh, Leigh Centurions & Leigh Leopards). The two sides have played against each other in many different venues across the course of the fixture’s history including Hilton Park, Craven Cottage, the Polytechnic, National SC, Barnet Copthall, the Coliseum, Griffin Park, Leigh Sports Village, the Hive Stadium, Trailfinders & the Cherry Red Records Stadium.

 

Enjoy some of the best images from the history of this fixture:

Throughout the years of this fixture, the Broncos have accumulated a points difference of -379, scoring 517 points and conceding 896 points. The highest try scorer for London in this fixture’s history is Robert Purdham, who scored 4 try’s in one game for London in this fixture. The highest appearance holder in the history of this fixture for London is Dave Rotheram, who made 8 appearances in this fixture between 1990-1994. London’s biggest win vs Leigh came on May 29th 2005, where the Broncos beat Leigh 70-16 at Griffin Park in front of an audience of 3,522.

 

Leigh Leopards Honours

Challenge Cup Winners: 1921, 1971, 2023.

 

LONDON BRONCOS v LEIGH LEOPARDS

Last ten meetings:
Leigh 36, London Broncos 6 (19/7/24)


London Broncos 6, Leigh 58 (4/9/22)


Leigh 64, London Broncos 0 (24/4/22)


London Broncos 30, Leigh 40 (6/5/18)
(at Trailfinders Sports Ground, Ealing)


Leigh 40, London Broncos 0 (22/4/18)


Leigh 31, London Broncos 18 (2/4/18)


London Broncos 4, Leigh 41 (22/9/17)
(at Trailfinders Sports Ground, Ealing)


Leigh 34, London Broncos 30 (6/8/16)


London Broncos 12, Leigh 38 (26/6/16)
(at Trailfinders Sports Ground, Ealing)


Leigh 24, London Broncos 20 (21/2/16)


LEE KERSHAW needs one appearance to reach 100 for his career.
- 21 for London Broncos (2024)
- 50 for Wakefield Trinity (2019-2023)
- 28 for Oldham (2018-2020, loan)

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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