The 1980 State Express Challenge Cup culminated in the first Hull Cup final derby, with a heavy entourage of supporters from the East and West of the city making the trip to London.

The Hull Kingston Rovers’ Prop, Brian Lockwood, won the Lance Todd Trophy.

The John Player Trophy Winners were Bradford Northern who beat Widnes 6-0 in the final.

who beat city rivals Hull Kingston Rovers 13-3 in the final.

Rugby League Premiership Trophy Winners were Widnes who beat Bradford Northern 19-5 in the final.