
The Rugby Football League has confirmed that the top-eight teams in next year's engage Super League will go forward to the play-offs.

Harlequins RL will get their 2009 Super League campaign underway with a home clash against the Bradford Bulls.

Former Leeds and Huddersfield winger Matt Gardner has agreed to sign of Harlequins.

Rob Purdham believes his presence in England's World Cup squad will aid their cause in Australia, regardless of whether he plays.
| Pos | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Hull K R | 27 | 23 |
| 8 | Wakefield Wildcats | 27 | 22 |
| 9 | Harlequins FC | 27 | 22 |
| 10 | Huddersfield Giants | 27 | 21 |
| 11 | Hull FC | 27 | 17 |
Rob Burrow takes a look back at the 2008 World Cup and looks forward to a long overdue holiday.
Phil Clarke makes it his mission to identify the wider failings behind England's World Cup exit.
After several weeks of Pommie Bashing in Australia, Bill Arthur attempts to redress the balance.