Centurions skipper Robbie Paul is waiting in anticipation, having not had the opportunity to play at Cougar Park during his illustrious career.
"It sounds crazy but I've never played there before." He said. "I can't help but think I'm not going to be too well received there either because of their local connections with Bradford and me being known for my time with Bradford Bulls for so long."
"Keighley were quite successful last year and have gone from strength to strength on the field in the recent past."
Paul continued, "It's a nice little challenge for us because we know how to play at home. We've spent a lot of time in our stadium and we are very familiar with those surroundings. One of the big problems that we had last year was consistencey away from home. We did a good job at Dewsbury last week and that is what we want to grow from. These are new challenges, playing away from home, playing in different environments where supporters can ride the referees a little bit more. It can be taxing and you've got to approach it the right way."
"Keighley is a town in the heartlands of rugby league. It has also produced some great Super League players in the past as well, Richard Moore is a perfect example, he's had a bit of success with the Bulls and Wakefield Trinity."
John Duffy returns to the side after missing last weekend's cup win over Cumbrian amateurs Wath Brow Hornets while Ricky Bibey continues his comeback trail.
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