2012 Round 3 average = 63,612/7 = 9,087

2013 Round 3 average = 58,711/7 = 8,387

7.70% lower in 2013

HTH

What dates were last years rounds played on, and what were the weather conditions and other sporting events on?

You're right, it is completely wrong.



See what you've done there is only use attendances to suit your argument. If you now use Sunday games in your calculations you will find that the average gate in round 3 is down around 700 compared to last year.

Leeds v Salford last year was round 26, 31st August which was a week after challenge cup final appearance for the Rhinos. Most likely a lot better weather then than on Friday.

Well, the corresponding Harlequins v Wakey match was on 31st March last year & was also on T.V.

Was Columbo on at this time last year? I think you'll find he wasn't. Sky Outer channel showing some this year. There's your answer.



Panic over.

I think its got something to do with the moons gravitational pull and all these meteors whizzing around.People are frightened of going outdoors.

Whatever the context, I don't think there is anything wrong with fans expressing their concerns at those figures. They are what they are, and they aren't great.

Exactly

Expressing concerns is fine



this isnt what is happening here

cant really compare round 2 or round 3 to last year as this year they both have 7 matches.

Round 2 in 2012 Catalans game called off and played 14-07-12

Round 3 in 2012 Leeds played World Club Challenege didnt play their rnd 3 fixture until sunny warm weather on 18-06-12

Championship just short of 1,100 this week