Bulls and Leopards set for Las Vegas in 2027!

Bradford Bulls and Leigh Leopards will be the new names to hit Las Vegas when Betfred Super League returns there in 2027. 

They will face off against each other at Allegiant Stadium on February 27 as the latest instalment of the exciting partnership with the NRL. 

It will be the third year running British Rugby League has graced Sin City as the sport continues to showcase its quality across the Pond. 

Wigan Warriors and Warrington Wolves kicked things off in 2025 before Leeds Rhinos and reigning champions Hull KR headed there earlier this year. 

But now it is time for Bradford, the three-time World Club champions, and Leigh, one of Super League’s most exhilarating teams, to do battle in the States. 

Thousands of their fans are expected to join them in Nevada for an occasion which is quickly becoming a staple of the world rugby league calendar. 

The match will kick-off a triple-header as the NRL open their 2027 Telstra Premiership season. 

It marks a real turnaround for resurgent Bradford who only made their long-awaited return to Super League this season after an 11-year absence. 

They have agreed to take their home game on the road to Vegas and Bulls director Phillip Sharp said: “We as a Board and club believe the Super League event in Las Vegas highlights a huge global opportunity to showcase rugby league - and Bradford Bulls should be part of that conversation for Vegas 2027. 

“Bradford Bulls is a club built on rich history and identity and we have one of the most passionate supporter bases in the sport. Taking the Bulls to Las Vegas would be about far more than just a single game; it's an opportunity to showcase our supporters, our city and our journey on a global stage, and that the Bulls are back! 

“The prospect of facing Leigh Leopards makes the occasion even more exciting, reviving the spirit of the War of the Roses on one of rugby league’s biggest stages, with two ambitious clubs and passionate fanbases creating a fantastic spectacle for the sport on an international stage.

“The board remain ambitious about the future of the club, and opportunities like Vegas align with our vision of rebuilding the Bulls into a major force within the game once again.” 

Leigh have made giant strides of their own since returning to Super League in 2023, famously winning the Challenge Cup that season for the first time in 52 years. 

Leigh owner Derek Beaumont, who masterminded their iconic Leopards rebrand in 2022, said: “I am absolutely buzzing and privileged to be able to take  ‘little old Leigh’ to represent Super League in Las Vegas. 

"I can’t wait to create some exciting experiences for our Leoparded-up fans as we look to build on the excellent work done by the clubs that have been there before us. 

"This presents the club and our town with a fantastic opportunity to raise its profile on a world stage and is invaluable to the partnerships that we have built over the years. 

"I would like to recognise and thank the Bradford Bulls for their commitment to being the home team in the fixture which is a great statement from them on their return to Super League. 

"This is the first time that a Lancashire and Yorkshire team will compete for the Vegas bragging rights and is the perfect platform upon which to stage a War of the Roses. 

"Never has there been a more important time to showcase Super League alongside the NRL, given the shared commitment to align on many future opportunities currently being discussed, and I thank the NRL for continuing that opportunity and relationship." 

To stay in touch with all the latest information as details of kick-off times and travel packages are announced, bookmark superleague.co.uk/Vegas.

Bradford and Leigh will be releasing details of their own club-specific packages and RL Commercial Managing Director Rhodri Jones said: “I’m delighted to see both Bradford Bulls and Leigh Leopards become the latest clubs to promote Super League in Las Vegas. 

“This now takes us to six different clubs who have travelled across to America to represent our great competition. 

“Wigan and Warrington led the way in trailblazing style in 2025. 

“Leeds and Hull KR followed bringing huge numbers, colour and style to this year’s event. And now we can look forward to the Bulls – one of the original Super League powerhouses – and the Leopards, who have brought so much energy and vibrancy to the comp’, to take our game to the wider sporting public.

“As the event builds and build each year, we can’t wait to see what the 2027 episode will bring.” 

Tickets for Rugby League in Las Vegas are expected to go sale next month.

The NRL fixtures will be announced Wednesday 10.30am (AEST)