Rob Burrow's funeral took place on Sunday, July 7 at Pontefract Crematorium. Former England international Burrow died on June 2 at the age of 41 after a lengthy battle with motor neurone disease.The date of the private service, which is for invited guests only, coincides with the day Leeds Rhinos annually celebrate Rob Burrow Day due to the number seven shirt he wore during his rugby league career.

Rob Burrow's funeral took place on Sunday, July 7 at Pontefract Crematorium. Former England international Burrow died on June 2 at the age of 41 after a lengthy battle with motor neurone disease.The date of the private service, which is for invited guests only, coincides with the day Leeds Rhinos annually celebrate Rob Burrow Day due to the number seven shirt he wore during his rugby league career.