Friday’s visit of Leigh Leopards was Rhinos’ first home game since Burrow died from motor neurone disease three weeks ago, aged 41. Fittingly, it was played on global MND awareness day and Rhinos’ players wore a unique one-off kit to mark the occasion.
The attendance of more than 17,500 included members of Burrow’s family and representatives from the MND community, as well as 80 of the eight-time Grand Final winner’s former teammates. Roared on by a passionate crowd, below-strength Rhinos defied the odds – as Burrow did throughout his career – to pull of a spirited 18-10 win. Here’s a selection of pictures from one of Rhinos’ most memorable nights.
7. Rob Burrow honoured in Leeds Rhinos win
Leeds Rhinos' players - and 80 of Rob Burrow's former teammates - line up on the pitch before the game against Leigh. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
8. Rob Burrow honoured in Leeds Rhinos win
Man of the match Brodie Croft celebrates the first of his two tries as Leeds Rhinos beat Leigh Leopards at AMT Headingley. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
9. Rob Burrow honoured in Leeds Rhinos win
A banner honouring Rob Burrow on the pitch at AMT Headingley before Leeds Rhinos' defeat of Leigh Leopards. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
10. Rob Burrow honoured in Leeds Rhinos win
Lachie Miller celebrates as the final whistle blows confirming Leeds Rhinos' win over Leigh Leopards. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
11. Rob Burrow honoured in Leeds Rhinos win
Leeds Rhinos' number seven Matt Frawley goes over to score against Leigh Leopards. Photo: Bruce Rollinson
12. Rob Burrow honoured in Leeds Rhinos win
Special pitch marking on the field at AMT Headingley. Photo: Bruce Rollinson