That theory would make much more sense if replays were used for every other round. They've had no problem accommodating extra time in the past.

My guess is that this is an RFL decision - and a stupid one at that.

This stupid extra time cost us in 2003 because we wasn't prepared to settle for the replay, so we were forced to go for the try

I have a big worry now that the more we talk about it the more likely it is to happen



Bramall Lane though FFS???

Someone somewhere mentioned COMS. That'd be an ideal size. BL will probably just hold enough for ST holders and members.

Having experienced leaving Wembley after witnessing a draw (even as a neutral) it felt a bit empty/odd to say the least.

The replay at Elland Road was a fantastic night though and possibly David Topliss' finest hour in club football.

Sure I read somewhere that a penalty shoot-out has been used before in union.

IF it does go to a replay would the BBC back it and broadcast it live????

Has there been a drawn final since 1982?

Dont think so.

'86's Cas v KR would be closest to it !!!!

That was the last one and the only one I've seen. The previous one to 1981/82 was in 1953/54. So basically just lately there is a drawn Challenge Cup Final at 28 year intervals and 2010 is 28 years since the last one.

Really close misses:
1985/86 Castleford 15-14 Hull KR
1986/87 Halifax 19-18 St Helens
2005 Hull 25-24 Leeds

Yeh I'd be heatbroken to miss 'Hole in the wall'!!?

I think I might actually place a bet on a draw now... what are the odds?

If the odd setters are following this thread it's probably Evens.