Hull KR captain Elliot Minchella has arrived in Las Vegas with his team's World Club Challenge trophy in hand after their historic victory over Brisbane Broncos. The Robins, who completed a remarkable trophy haul last season, now face Leeds Rhinos at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday night. Minchella emphasized the importance of maintaining focus despite the "bright lights" of Sin City as they seek their first Super League points of 2026.

Hull KR's journey to Las Vegas comes just days after their stunning 24-22 win against the NRL champions, making them the first team to claim the World Club Challenge since St Helens in 2020. The victory marked a significant statement for Super League, particularly as the NRL had won the previous three editions. Minchella and his teammates traveled from London to Las Vegas on Sunday, quickly shifting their attention to the upcoming fixture against Leeds.

The match against Leeds Rhinos represents more than just a regular-season game for Hull KR. Coming off their shock opening-round loss to York Knights, the Robins arrive in Las Vegas on zero competition points and desperate for a victory. Minchella stressed that while the spectacle of playing in America is exciting, the team's priority remains securing two points to kickstart their Super League campaign.