The Entire History of the Super League

The 90s saw a major change in uk rugby league that led to the creation of the Super League and as the competition celebrates in 30th birthday in 2026 - we look back at the history of the league. From star players, dominant clubs, dramatic moments, controversy and much - we cover the history of the Super League. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:11 Origins 0:39 The Super League Begins 1:14 Downfall of PSG & Oldham 1:46 The Play-Offs Arrive 2:07 Expansion Fails 2:33 Bradford v Saints era 4:29 The Fall of Bullmania 5:09 Rise of the Rhinos 5:28 Leeds v Saints Era 6:47 France Return to Super League 7:03 London in Super League 7:53 2006 Relegation Battle 8:12 Hull KR Promoted 8:29 Magic Weekend Begins 8:42 More Expansion & Licensing 9:28 - Rise of Wigan and Sam Tomkins 10:09 Grand Final Punch 10:33 New Stars of the 2010s & Leeds Legends Farewell 11:11 The Super 8s & The Qualifiers 13:29 2010s Contenders 14:21 End of an Era 14:41 Rise & Fall of the Wolfpack 15:44 The 2020 Season & Saints Dynasty 17:07 The IMG Era 17:31 Concussion & Head Injuries 17:58 Expansion Success 18:47 Wigan Success 19:41 Rob Burrow Tribute 19:59 Rise of the Leopards 20:20 Rise of Hull KR 20:58 Wakefield Return 21:21 The Fall of Salford 22:02 Vegas, Barcelona, and Wollongong 22:35 2026 Expansion 23:02 NRL Europe? & Outro Follow on Twitter: x.com/GooseStepRL ​Subscribe: @GooseStepRL Highlights Content: @FendOffRL