You wait a year for one London final and then two come along at once! Rugby League takes centre at Wembley on Saturday for the Challenge Cup final double-header.

It kicks off with the women’s final between defending champions Wigan Warriors and St Helens, who will be out for some revenge after losing last year’s decider.

Wembley Way is likely to be awash with cherry and white as Wigan Warriors will be hunting a record-extending 22nd men’s title when they face holders Hull KR later on.

The Challenge Cup rarely fails to deliver but this year we can expect double the tries, big hits, drama and silverware – with two finals back-to-back.

Radio Times has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch the Challenge Cup final 2026 double-header on TV and online.

The Challenge Cup final double-header will take place on Saturday 30 May 2026.

The women’s Challenge Cup final between Wigan Warriors and St Helens will kick off at 11:45am.

The men’s Challenge Cup final between Wigan Warriors and Hull KR will kick off at 3pm.

The women’s Challenge Cup final between Wigan Warriors and St Helens will be broadcast on BBC Two.

The men’s Challenge Cup final between Wigan Warriors and Hull KR will be broadcast on BBC One.

You can also watch the match on a range of mobile devices via BBC iPlayer.

Regular subscribers can also stream matches on a variety of devices including laptops, smartphones and tablets via their app.

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