It may only seem like two minutes since the Gillette Four Nations final but the Rugby League returns over the festive period with a series of pre-season fixtures.

On Boxing Day, Rugby League supporters will have the opportunity to watch one of five derby fixtures closely followed by another five action packed fixtures on Sunday 28.

Fans are urged to make their way down to their clubs to be a part of what promises to be a highly competitive pre-season.

Saturday 26 December

Castleford Tigers vs. Bradford Bulls (12.00)

Featherstone Rovers vs. Doncaster RLFC (11.00)

Dewsbury Rams vs. Batley Bulldogs (12.15)

Leeds Rhinos vs. Wakefield (11.30)

Widnes Vikings vs. Warrington Wolves (15.00)

Sunday 27 December

Hunslet Hawks vs. Keighley Cougars (14.00)

York City Knights vs. York Select (15.00)

Workington Town vs. Whitehaven (13.00)

St Helens vs. Wigan Warriors (15.00)

Leigh Centurions vs. Salford City Reds (15.00)

*Due to current weather conditions, please check club websites prior to travelling to any of the fixtures.

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