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At {{Cvt|165|cm|ftin|order=flip}} tall and weighing less than {{Cvt|11|st|kg lb}}, Burrow was known for many years as "the smallest player in Super League". Despite this, he was one of the most successful players in the competition's history, winning eight Super League championships, two [[Challenge Cup]]s, being named to the [[Super League Dream Team]] on three occasions and winning the [[Harry Sunderland Trophy]] twice.
In December 2019, Burrow was diagnosed with [[Motor neuron diseases|motor neurone disease]] (MND).<ref>{{cite news |title=Rob Burrow: Leeds Rhinos legend diagnosed with motor neurone disease|work=BBC Sport |url=https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/50854089 |access-date=8 January 2020}}</ref> Following his diagnosis, Burrow raised awareness for MND with fellow player [[Kevin Sinfield]]. Both were awarded CBEs in 2024 because of their efforts in raising funds and awareness of the disease. Burrow died from MND on 2 June 2024, aged 41
==Early life==
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