Leeds Rhinos’ huge knockout derby at Wakefield Trinity on Friday has been chosen for live BBC coverage, but not on one of the main channels.

Leeds will be looking to beat top-flight opposition in the Betfred Challenge Cup for the first time since 2020 in this week’s fourth round tie.

They have made a strong start to the season, winning three of their opening league fixtures, but Trinity are buoyed by last week’s tough home win against Hull FC, which was their second victory of the campaign.

Leeds Rhinos travel to DIY Kitchens Stadium, Belle Vue, to take on Wakefield Trinity this Friday in the Betfred Challenge Cup fourth round. Picture by Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com.

placeholder image — Leeds Rhinos travel to DIY Kitchens Stadium, Belle Vue, to take on Wakefield Trinity this Friday in the Betfred Challenge Cup fourth round. Picture by Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com.

It is set to be the tie of the round and will be shown live, in full, on the BBC red button and iPlayer. Coverage starts at 7.45pm with the match kicking off 15 minutes later.

This weekend’s other broadcast tie is Saturday’s (3pm) showdown between Huddersfield Giants and holders Hull KR which is streamed live on the Sportsman YouTube channel.

Network coverage of the Challenge Cup begins on the BBC at the quarter-finals stage next month.