A STUNNING mural has been painted to honour rugby league legend Rob Burrow who is inspiring the nation with his fight against motor neurone disease (MND).

Leeds Rhinos legend Rob Burrow, who made 493 appearances for the Yorkshire club, was diagnosed with MND in 2019.

The ex-rugby league star took to Twitter to say he was “absolutely honoured” after work began on the mural in Leeds, West Yorks.

He said: "I am absolutely honoured by this. The city has been so kind to me. Best city in world."

The mural, painted by street artist Akse will be proudly displayed on the side of Leeds Beckett University’s Student Union building.

The striking background to the mural has been created by Leeds artist Kieran Hadley of Third Eye Signs.

When completed, the eye-catching mural will include an inspirational quote from Rob.

The mural has been commissioned in recognition of Rob's fantastic playing career and his tremendous courage in tackling MND and work to raise awareness of the disease.

Since being diagnosed with MND a year ago, Rob has led and added his support to a range of charity initiatives raising money for MND research.

During his time at the Rhinos where he was known as ‘Magnificent 7’, Rob made 493 appearances for the Headingley side winning eight Super League championships, two Challenge Cups, three World Club Challenge trophies and three League Leaders Shields.

At international level, he also represented England 15 times and Great Britain on five occasions.

To find out more regarding Rob’s story, please see: https://www.therhinos.co.uk/rob-burrow/rob-mnd/