Rob Burrow mural unveiled on side of Meanwood pub as "perfect tribute" to Leeds Rhino's legend turned MND campaigner

A mural that has been painted on the side of a Leeds pub of Rhino's legend Rob Burrow has been hailed as a "fitting tribute" to his career and his latest opponent - his battle against Motor Neurone Disease (MND).
By Emma Ryan
Published 16th Nov 2021, 04:45 BST
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The piece of art work - in striking blue, white and yellow - has been created by mural artist, "Chris", using an image taken of the scrum half in action for his beloved Leeds Rhinos where he dedicated his entire playing career from 2001 to retirement in 2017.

In December 2019, Mr Burrow revealed he had been diagnosed with MND and, along with family, friends and colleagues from the sporting world, he has been campaigning for more awareness of the disease as well as funding for research and treatment options.

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The artwork on the gable end of the Bay Horse pub in Meanwood has done just that by getting the community talking and generating interest from rugby fans, to people following Mr Burrow's campaign and also art fans.

Rob Burrow mural launch at the Bay Horse Pub in Meanwood, Leeds. Pictured are Bay Horse regular Richard Sheridan who organised the mural,lLandlord Glen Barraclough and former team mates Jamie Jones Buchanan and Barrie McDermott attended by a large crowd of regulars and Rhinos fans.Rob Burrow mural launch at the Bay Horse Pub in Meanwood, Leeds. Pictured are Bay Horse regular Richard Sheridan who organised the mural,lLandlord Glen Barraclough and former team mates Jamie Jones Buchanan and Barrie McDermott attended by a large crowd of regulars and Rhinos fans.