It was a day Rob Burrow never thought he would have to experience, but it became an occasion he will never forget. At 4:46 on Sunday afternoon, one of the most decorated careers in British rugby league’s modern history was briefly revived – but two years after retiring, this was not a desperate attempt to recapture the glory years. Sadly, this was a cameo set in a far more brutal, heart‑wrenching backdrop.
They came from far and wide to show their support for Burrow, the Leeds Rhinos legend who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease last month. This day was originally a testimonial for another Leeds great, Jamie Jones-Buchanan, who retired last season after two decades of service to the club, but it was quickly changed to an occasion to celebrate both men, as well as raise more funds to support Burrow and his family as he takes on his toughest challenge of all.
Written by Aaron Bower at Headingley
This news first appeared on https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2020/jan/12/rob-burrow-leeds-rhinos-bradford-bulls-legends-rugby-league under the title “Tears never far away as rugby league shows support to Rob Burrow”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.
