This was done on the basis of amateur grounds not meeting the standards for matches involving professional clubs.
On 6 January 2025 the Wath Brow club informed the RFL that they would concede the tie, citing "player safety" as the reason.
Wath Brow considered that the risks to their players were too great to participate in the tie against West Bowling.
The draw was made by RFL vice president Danika Priim, and Betfred owner Fred Done.
[18] The draw for the fourth round will take place on Saturday 15 February 2025, live on BBC Two, during half-time of the Super League game between St Helens and Salford Red Devils, on the opening weekend of the 2025 Super League season.