The former Leeds Rhinos player has said he “doesn’t want people feeling sorry for me” after he was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND).
Rob Burrow played for Leeds Rhinos, England and Great Britain over a 17-year career.
Leeds Rhinos will take on Bradford Bulls in a fundraising match, with proceeds going to Burrow and his family.
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