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Robert "Robbie" Mulhern (born 18 October 1994) is a professional rugby league footballer who plays as a prop for the Leigh Leopards in the Super League.[3] Mulhern has represented Ireland, England and the England Knights at international level.[1]

Key Information

He has previously played for the Leeds Rhinos in the Super League, and on loan from Leeds at the Hunslet Hawks in the Championship. Mulhern also played for the Warrington Wolves and Hull Kingston Rovers in the Super League and the Championship, and on loan from Hull KR at Newcastle Thunder in League 1.

Background

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Mulhern was born in Pontefract, West Yorkshire, England.

Early career

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As a junior he played for the Castleford Panthers, Normanton Knights and he spent time in the Wakefield Trinity Wildcats' Academy System.

Senior career

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Leeds Rhinos

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Mulhern made only five appearances for the Leeds Rhinos during 2014 and 2015.[citation needed]

Hunslet Hawks

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Mulhern was loaned to the Hunslet Hawks in the 2015 rugby league season. He made twenty appearances and scored two tries.[citation needed]

Hull Kingston Rovers

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Mulhern joined Hull Kingston Rovers ahead of the 2016 Super League season. Mulhern suffered relegation from the Super League with Hull Kingston Rovers in the 2016 season, due to losing the Million Pound Game by the Salford Red Devils.[citation needed]

Mulhern in action for Hull KR in 2017

12-months later however, Mulhern was part of the Hull Kingston Rovers' side that won promotion back to the Super League, at the first time of asking following relegation the season prior. It was revealed on 1 May 2018, that Mulhern had signed a new long-term contract, to remain at Hull Kingston Rovers until at least the end of the 2021 rugby league season.

Warrington Wolves

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It was announced on 10 December 2020 that Mulhern would be joining Warrington in a two-year swap deal with Luis Johnson for the 2021 season.[4]

Leigh

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On 20 October 2022, it was announced that Mulhern had signed a contract to join the newly promoted Leigh side.[5] On 12 August 2023, Mulhern played for Leigh in the 2023 Challenge Cup final victory over Hull Kingston Rovers.[6] Mulhern played 27 games for Leigh in the 2023 Super League season as the club finished fifth on the table and qualified for the playoffs. He played in their elimination playoff loss against Hull Kington Rovers.[7] Mulhern played 22 games for Leigh in the 2024 Super League season which saw the club finish fifth on the table. He played in the clubs semi-final loss against Wigan.[8]

International career

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Ireland

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Mulhern is an Ireland international.[9]

England

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It was revealed on 16 October 2018, that Mulhern would be making his England début as an interchange against France on 17 October 2018, in a Test match at the Leigh Sports Village.[10][11]

England defeated the French 44-6, with Mulhern making an appearance from off the bench.[12][13]

He won his second cap in Game 3 win over Tonga of the 2023 Tonga tour of England at Headingley.[14]

England Knights

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Following Mulhern's exceptional season for Hull Kingston Rovers,[15] it was revealed by the Rugby Football League on 24 July 2018, that Mulhern had been added to the 25-man England Knights' Performance Squad, that would be touring Papua New Guinea for a two-game Test match series later in the year.[16]

In 2018 he was selected for the England Knights on their tour of Papua New Guinea, and Mulhern would be linking-up with his then Hull Kingston Rovers teammate Chris Atkin, who was already previously announced within the Knights' fold.

Mulhern made his début for the England Knights against Papua New Guinea on 27 October 2018, the game played in Lae ended in a 12-16 victory to the Knights.[17] He played against Papua New Guinea at the Oil Search National Football Stadium.[18]

Honours

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Career Awards and Accolades

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Hull Kingston Rovers

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  • 2018: 'Young Player of the Year Award'

References

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Robbie Mulhern

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Robbie Mulhern is an English professional footballer who plays as a prop for the in the . Born on 18 October 1994 in , , Mulhern began his career as a product of the academy, making his senior debut for the club in 2014. He spent time on loan at Hawks in 2015 before joining in 2016, where he played 110 games and scored 11 tries, contributing to their promotion back to in 2017. After four seasons with Hull KR, he moved to in 2021 and then to in 2023, where he has made 54 appearances and scored 5 tries as of the end of the 2024 season. Throughout his career, Mulhern has amassed 246 senior appearances and 19 tries across all competitions, including a 47.96% win rate in club matches as of the end of the 2024 season. His major achievements include the in 2023 with , for which he was named the club's Coaches’ Player of the Year in 2024. On the international stage, Mulhern has represented both and , earning 7 Test caps in total—2 for (with a 100% win rate) and 5 for (including one appearance in 2022). He also played for the in 2019 and was selected for the England training squad in 2025. Standing at 191 cm and weighing 108 kg, Mulhern is known for his physical presence in the middle forward position.

Background and early life

Personal background

Robbie Mulhern was born on 18 October 1994 in , , . Mulhern possesses Irish heritage through his family, which qualifies him for international eligibility with . In a 2024 interview, he stated his pride in this heritage while noting his primary allegiance to in representative rugby. Mulhern comes from a rugby league-supportive family; his parents regularly attend his games, and his father previously played for the Great Britain Firemen rugby league team before serving in the Paratroopers. He has two brothers who also support his career. Mulhern has referenced one of his brothers in discussions related to personal health experiences, such as a rare eye condition.

Early rugby development

Robbie Mulhern's introduction to rugby league came during his school years in , , where he initially balanced playing football and before joining the high school team. This early exposure marked his shift toward the sport, leading him to local amateur clubs, including Castleford Panthers and Normanton Knights. Following his initial season with Panthers, Mulhern was scouted and signed to the scholarship program, entering professional youth development. He spent about a year in Wakefield's system, honing his skills as a forward and gaining exposure to higher-level training and competition. This period represented a crucial step in his progression, building on his amateur foundations and preparing him for further advancement. Mulhern subsequently transferred to the academy, where he continued his development as a in the club's setup. Over the next few years, he focused on physical conditioning and tactical understanding, participating in under-19 training and matches that emphasized his role in the forward pack. This phase at solidified his technical abilities and positioned him for senior opportunities, though specific under-19 milestones remain limited in public records prior to 2014.

Club career

Leeds Rhinos

Robbie Mulhern made his senior professional debut for the in the on 21 March 2014, entering as a substitute in a 54–6 home win against the Broncos at . During the 2014 season, the 19-year-old featured in three first-team matches for the Rhinos, primarily from the interchange bench, and registered no points. In 2015, Mulhern's opportunities remained limited, with just two appearances in his preferred role, again without contributing points, as he competed against established forwards in a deep squad. Despite his restricted playing time, Mulhern was part of the squad that clinched the 2015 Super League title, defeating 20–10 in the Grand Final at . The intense competition for forward positions at the club restricted his development at the top level, prompting a dual-registration loan to side Hawks midway through the 2015 season to secure regular game time.

Hunslet Hawks

In 2015, Robbie Mulhern joined Hunslet Hawks on loan from in the , prompted by limited first-team opportunities at his parent club. This move allowed the young prop, then aged 20, to gain consistent playing time in a competitive environment. During the season, Mulhern established himself as a regular starter for Hunslet, making 20 appearances and scoring two tries, contributing eight points overall. His efforts helped the team secure 13 wins in those matches, with notable performances including starts in key fixtures such as the 28-14 loss to , where he featured prominently in the forward pack. The loan spell significantly aided Mulhern's development as a , providing him with valuable experience that enhanced his physical conditioning and on-field maturity at a crucial early stage in his career. These high-quality outings in the showcased his potential, building the robustness required for higher-level demands. Upon returning to after the loan, Mulhern assessed his situation and opted to pursue a permanent move elsewhere, leveraging a that enabled his departure without a transfer fee.

Hull Kingston Rovers

Mulhern joined on a permanent two-year in December 2015, ahead of the 2016 season, marking his transition to full-time professional rugby in the top flight. During his tenure at Hull KR from 2016 to 2020, Mulhern established himself as a reliable prop forward, featuring regularly across both and competitions. In 2016, his debut season in , he made 21 appearances and scored 1 try, contributing to the team's forward pack amid a challenging campaign that ended in relegation via the . Following relegation, Mulhern committed to the club and played a pivotal role in their 2017 Kingstone Press season, appearing in 27 games as Rovers topped the regular-season table and secured promotion back to by winning the Super 8s Qualifiers. His physical presence and work rate were highlighted as key factors in the promotion push, where he helped drive the team's dominant forward performance. Returning to Super League in 2018, Mulhern featured in 23 matches and scored 4 tries, solidifying his status as a consistent starter from the bench. He demonstrated strong carrying ability early in the season, gaining 263 metres from 38 carries over the first two games, alongside 87 tackles completed. In 2019, he reached a career-high with 26 appearances for the club, focusing on high-volume tackling and metre-making in the middle, though he did not score any tries that year. The 2020 season was shortened due to the , with no or ; Mulhern made 13 appearances and scored 1 try. Throughout these seasons, Mulhern's durability was evident, as he recovered from minor setbacks to maintain availability in crucial fixtures, including playoff qualifiers. No individual awards such as honors were recorded specifically during this period at Hull KR.
SeasonCompetitionAppearancesTries
2016Super League211
2017Championship/Qualifiers27Not specified in sources
2018Super League234
2019Super League260
2020Super League131

Warrington Wolves

In December 2020, Robbie Mulhern transferred to from in a swap deal involving young forward Luis Johnson, signing a two-year contract to join the club ahead of the . The move came shortly after the , which had been significantly disrupted by the , resulting in a shortened campaign with no playoffs or . During his tenure from to 2022, Mulhern established himself as a reliable starting for , making 47 appearances across the two seasons and scoring one try. In , he featured in all 20 regular-season games, contributing to Warrington's third-place finish and qualification for the , where the team suffered a 19-0 defeat to Hull KR in the eliminator round; Mulhern started in that match as part of the forward pack. His physical presence and work rate in the front row were highlighted by head coach Steve Price, who noted Mulhern's quick adaptation alongside international forwards like George Burgess, helping to bolster the team's middle unit during a competitive campaign. The following year, 2022, saw a more challenging season for Warrington, finishing 11th without playoff involvement, but Mulhern remained a consistent performer with 26 appearances, including 19 starts, providing stability amid the squad's struggles. Mulhern's departure from was announced in August 2022, as his contract expired at the end of the season without renewal, despite an offer from the club; he subsequently joined for the 2023 campaign.

Leigh Leopards

Robbie Mulhern joined , formerly known as Leigh Centurions, ahead of the , signing from as part of a group of forwards recruited to bolster the newly promoted side. In his debut season with Leigh, Mulhern played a pivotal role in the club's historic achievements, featuring in 27 matches and contributing significantly to their victory over in the final at , where he was recognized as an unsung hero for his defensive efforts and forward carries. This triumph marked Leigh's first win in 52 years and helped secure their position in following promotion from the the previous year. Following his strong performances, Mulhern signed a extension in November 2023, committing to the club until the end of the 2026 season. In the , Mulhern appeared in 22 games for Leigh, helping the team reach the elimination despite injury interruptions, and was voted the club's Coaches' Player of the Year. In the 2025 season, he started 23 of 24 matches, scoring one try, including a landmark appearance on April 4 against in the quarter-final that marked his 250th career game. His season highlight came in the October 3 play-off semi-final against , where he scored his first try in 19 months to briefly level the score at 6-6. Despite his consistent contributions, Mulhern was omitted from England's 2025 squad announced in October, a decision head coach described as a "tough call" after praising the prop's form.

International career

Ireland

Mulhern was eligible to represent through his Irish heritage. He made his debut for in the 2014 Rugby League European Championship, a tournament that doubled as a qualifier for the 2017 . Mulhern featured in all three of 's group stage matches that year, starting as a . He played in the 22–12 victory over on 18 October at , , the 4–25 defeat to on 25 October, and the 46–14 triumph over on 2 November in , contributing to 's qualification for the with a strong forward performance across the campaign. In 2015, Mulhern earned another cap during the , coming off the bench in 's 4–30 defeat to on 7 at the Carlisle Grounds, Bray. Mulhern returned to the squad for the (postponed to 2022), where he played his fifth and final match for the Wolfhounds in a 14–32 group stage loss to on 23 October in . During the game, a potential try by Mulhern was disallowed after a video review confirmed a knock-on in the build-up. He later decided to switch his international allegiance to .

England Knights

Mulhern was named in the 24-man squad for their 2018 tour of , announced on 3 October, following strong performances in with . He made his debut in the first Test against on 27 October 2018 at Lae Oval, starting in the front row during a 16–12 victory for the Knights. Mulhern appeared as a substitute in the second Test on 3 November 2018 at the Oil Search National Football Stadium in , contributing from the bench in a 32–22 defeat that drew the series 1–1. These appearances provided Mulhern with valuable international experience at the development level, helping to build his physical conditioning and tactical awareness in preparation for potential further opportunities with the senior squad.

England

Robbie Mulhern earned his first senior cap for in a 44–6 international victory over at Leigh Sports Village on 17 October 2018, coming off the bench as a prop forward during the match. This appearance marked his debut at the elite international level under coach , where he contributed to a dominant performance by the forward pack. Mulhern's second and most recent senior cap came in the decisive third Test of the 2023 international series against at on 4 2023, with securing a 26–4 win to claim the series 2–1. Selected after an impressive domestic season with , he again entered as a substitute and delivered a typically solid shift in the , helping maintain 's defensive structure and forward momentum in the gritty encounter. Mulhern featured in England's provisional 31-man squad for the 2024 two-Test series against but was omitted from the final 24-man selection, despite his strong club form. As of 2025, he has accumulated two senior caps for , both victories. He was not included in the 24-player squad for the 2025 series against , announced on 14 October 2025, with Wane describing the decision as a "pretty tough" call following a direct conversation about Mulhern's recent performances and the need for specific attributes in the forward pack.

Honours and achievements

Club honours

Mulhern was a squad member for the during their victory in 2015, defeating 22-20 to claim the championship. With , he helped secure promotion back to at the end of the 2017 season by winning through the Qualifiers. Mulhern joined ahead of their return to in 2023, following the club's victory in the . In his debut season with Leigh, Mulhern contributed to their triumph, starting in the final against at , where the Leopards edged a 16-17 win; he played 69 minutes, completing 32 tackles and carrying for 153 metres.

Individual awards

In 2023, Robbie Mulhern was recognized as the ' Player of the Year across four categories at the club's end-of-season awards, including Player of the Year for the White Card, Gold Card, and Platinum Card memberships, and the Leigh Independent Supporters’ Association (LISA) Player of the Year. These honors highlighted his pivotal role in the team's triumph and strong campaign that year. Mulhern continued to earn individual recognition in 2024, being voted the ' Coaches' Player of the Year for his consistent forward performances. He has also received Man of the Match accolades in key fixtures, underscoring his impact in high-stakes games. Throughout the 2023 and 2024 seasons, Mulhern established himself as a leading metre-maker among props, gaining 2,778 metres in 2023 at an average of over eight metres per carry, which contributed to his international call-up. His ball-carrying prowess remained a standout feature in 2024, with 1,791 metres from 23 appearances. Mulhern's club form led to his selection for the national team, debuting in the 2023 end-of-year internationals against and .

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