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Super League’s 10 oldest players in 2027 including Hull FC duo

There’s plenty of experience between this lot!

By Aaron Bower · Love Rugby League

Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 7:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Ben Jones-Bishop and Daly Cherry-Evans lead the list of Super League's ten oldest players for the 2027 season.
York Knights winger Jones-Bishop is the oldest contracted player and turns 39 in August 2027.
Cherry-Evans signed a one-year deal with Hull FC after winning the NRL Grand Final with Sydney Roosters.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Love Rugby League has compiled a ranking of the ten oldest contracted players set to feature in Super League for the 2027 season. Ben Jones-Bishop of York Knights tops the list as the competition's oldest player, with Australian half-back Daly Cherry-Evans ranking second following his move to Hull FC on a one-year contract.

The ranking also highlights several other veteran players across the competition, including York hooker Paul McShane, St Helens forward Alex Walmsley, Bradford's Joe Mellor, and Leeds' Kallum Watkins. Hull FC recruit Isaac Liu, Castleford hooker Damien Cook, Leigh winger Josh Charnley, and Catalans prop Julian Bousquet round out the top ten.

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