Barrow Raiders’ Betfred Challenge Cup campaign gets underway this Saturday lunchtime as Oldham make the trip to the newly-named Northern Competitions Stadium.
The third round tie will be an intriguing affair as the Raiders – whose place in the knockout stages of the 1895 Cup is already assured after wins at Workington Town and Whitehaven – look to enjoy a winning start in another cup competition.
Below, we’ve compiled everything you need to know ahead of the fixture.
Squad news
Head coach Paul Crarey has made three changes to his 21-man squad ahead of Saturday.
Brett Carter and Shane Toal both return to the fold. Max Clarke misses out under concussion protocols, captain Jarrad Stack begins a two-match ban and Roly Seward also makes way.
How to watch the game live
Saturday’s fixture will take place at 12:30pm, having been selected for live BBC coverage. The third round clash will be streamed live on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport online from 12.20pm.
It will be one of two ties to be broadcast, with The Sportsman covering an all-Championship affair between newly-promoted Dewsbury Rams and York Knights the following day.
Ticket information
Saturday’s Challenge Cup fixture at the Northern Competitions Stadium kicks off at 12:30pm. Match tickets, available to buy online or at the turnstiles, are priced as follows:
- Adults: £12
- Juniors: FREE
PLEASE NOTE: Cost of entry will rise to £15 on the day of the game, regardless of whether tickets are bought online or at the turnstiles.
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