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Fri, January 17, 2025

Telford Raiders aiming to cause Challenge Cup upset


Published on 2025-01-17 12:45:19 - MSN
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  • Ahead of their historic Challenge Cup debut, Telford Raiders are aiming to prove rugby league can succeed outside the heartlands.

The Telford Raiders, a team from the third tier of British ice hockey, are gearing up to face the formidable Sheffield Steelers in the Challenge Cup. Despite the significant skill and experience gap, with Sheffield boasting players like Robert Dowd and Brandon Whistle, Telford's head coach Tom Watkins remains optimistic. He believes that with the right strategy and mindset, his team can compete effectively, drawing inspiration from past upsets in the competition. The Raiders are set to play their first leg at home, hoping to leverage their home advantage and the unpredictable nature of cup competitions to potentially cause an upset against the Steelers.

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