Rugby League Advent #6 – Most tries by one player in a Super League match

6 – Most tries scored by one player in a Super League match

One of the most recognisable characters in Super League history is responsible for one of its finest personal achievements.

Bradford winger Lesley Vainikolo stands alone as a record holder, scoring six tries in the Bulls 49-6 win over Hull back in September 2005.

The Kiwi, who would go on to represent England at rugby union, scored twice in the first six minutes and had a hat-trick on the board by half-time.

His fifth try took him to 100 tries in 99 appearances for the Bulls, and his sixth broke a record he already jointly held.

What’s on site

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What’s on social

The quite incredible story of Greek rugby league and its scandalous treatment continues to be revealed on social media. We’ll have a more in-depth look at this next week.

Always a good account to follow

Today's slice of Rugby League nostalgia, onle of my favourites…… Thrum Hall, former home of @Halifax_RLFC pic.twitter.com/5ISVqCdAXR

— Andy Dakin (@groundhopper23) December 6, 2018