Hull Kingston Rovers emphatically secured their place in the Super League play-offs with a commanding 36-6 victory over Huddersfield Giants on October 1. This performance came after a challenging period for the defending champions, who had suffered three consecutive defeats prior to this match.

The Robins, led by head coach Willie Peters in his final home game, showcased their championship pedigree early on. In a blistering start, Elliot Minchella, Arthur Mourgue, and Jack Broadbent each crossed the line within the first 17 minutes, putting Hull KR firmly in control.

Despite a resurgence from the Giants, who had recently climbed from the bottom of the table with five wins in six games, they could only respond with a solitary try from Tanguy Zenon. Hull KR quickly regained momentum with additional tries from Jez Litten, Mourgue, and Tom Davies, sealing their victory and ensuring their playoff campaign continues.

Key match highlights include:

• Minchella's powerful finish under pressure
• Mourgue's impressive second try, set up by Minchella
• Litten's opportunistic score that widened the gap to 20 points

Peters, who has taken the Robins to new heights during his tenure, bid farewell to the home crowd as the team celebrated their return to form. With this win, coupled with St Helens' defeat, Hull KR's title defense remains alive as they look forward to the playoffs.