THE Hull derby will kick-off the 2024 Super League season with a Thursday-night showdown at the MKM Stadium.
Hull FC will host their fierce rivals Hull KR on February 15 to begin an opening round which also sees high-profile Leeds signings Brodie Croft and Andy Ackers face former employers Salford the following night.
Wigan begin their title defence at Castleford on Saturday, February 17, the same day Sam Burgess goes to Catalans for his first game as Warrington head coach.