Barrow Raiders are back in Betfred Challenge Cup action this Saturday, as they welcome York Knights to the Northern Competitions Stadium in the third round.

The Raiders will put their unbeaten start to the season on the line when the newly-promoted Super League outfit visits Cumbria tomorrow, after claiming victories against Workington Town, Wigan St Judes, and, most recently, Salford RLFC.

Paul Crarey’s side last defeated the York Knights in April 2024, with Brad Walker’s drop-goal proving to be the difference in a 15-14 victory at the Northern Competitions Stadium. Since then, the Knights have defeated the Raiders on three occasions, despite resilient performances from Barrow, and it is shaping up to be another tough challenge following York’s ascendancy into the Super League for the 2026 season.

Below, we’ve compiled everything you need to know ahead of the fixture.

Paul Crarey preview

Barrow Raiders head coach Paul Crarey looks ahead to tomorrow’s clash against the Knights.

Squad news

The 21-man squad has been named for Saturday’s Challenge Cup fixture against York Knights.

There are two changes from last weekend’s 38-4 victory against Salford RLFC.

Due to the terms of his loan agreement with Castleford Tigers, hooker Aiden Doolan is ineligible to play. Youngster Trent Ruddy also misses out.

In their stead, Alex Bishop and captain Ryan Johnston return to the lineup after recovering from their respective injuries.

Ticket information

Saturday’s Betfred Challenge Cup fixture at the Northern Competitions Stadium kicks off at 6pm.

Please be aware that there will be a pitch inspection at 11am tomorrow, to determine whether our Betfred Challenge Cup third round tie against York Knights can go ahead as planned.

Both sides and the RFL are keen for the game to go ahead, to avoid congestion in the fixture calendar.

Should the pitch be deemed unplayable on Saturday, Sunday has been set aside as a contingency day, with the forecast set to improve slightly.

The outcome of the pitch inspection will be announced across our social media channels.

Match tickets, available to buy online at a discounted price until midnight the day before the game, or at the turnstiles, are priced as follows:

Online admission price:

  • Adults: £18
  • Juniors: Free*

Turnstile admission price:

  • Adults: £20
  • Juniors: Free*

*All juniors are free, but those UNDER secondary school age must be supervised by an adult.

The fixture will be streamed live on Lounges.TV. Supporters can purchase a streaming pass for £8 +VAT by clicking here.

For supporters who cannot attend, live audio coverage will also be available via BBC Radio Cumbria.

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