FOUR Challenge Cup fixtures took place over the weekend as four teams put their names into the hat for the Challenge Cup semi-finals.
Up first on Saturday was Hull KR’s home tie against Leigh Leopards in a re-match of last year’s Challenge Cup Final. This time it was Rovers that came away with the spoils in a 26-14 triumph. Elsewhere on Saturday, Catalans Dragons hosted Huddersfield Giants. In one of the shocks of the year so far, Ian Watson’s men inflicted a surprise 34-6 defeat on the French side.
On Sunday, Castleford Tigers went up against Wigan Warriors at The Jungle, but Matt Peet’s men were by far the better side, running out 60-6 winners in a procession for the Lancashire side.
But, which players make League Express‘ Challenge Cup Team of the Week?
1. Jake Connor – Huddersfield Giants
Jake Connor ran the show for Huddersfield in their shock win over Catalans on Saturday night, scoring one try and adding five goals.
2. Joe Burgess – Hull KR
An incredible full-length try and another four-pointer to his name, Joe Burgess was key for Rovers on Saturday against Leigh.
3. Esan Marsters – Huddersfield Giants
He seems to be growing with every game he plays as Esan Marsters delivered a stellar performance against Catalans.
4. Jake Wardle – Wigan Warriors
Was a thorn in Castleford’s side all afternoon as the Warriors ran riot at The Jungle.
5. Liam Marshall – Wigan Warriors
Liam Marshall dotted down four times against Castleford on Sunday in an accomplished performance.
6. Tyrone May – Hull KR
Tyrone May was unbelievable for Hull KR in their win over Leigh.
7. George Williams – Warrington Wolves
George Williams was fantastic against St Helens on Sunday, orchestrating everything Warrington did well.
8. James Harrison – Warrington Wolves
James Harrison gave Warrington impressive go-forward in the win over St Helens.
9. Jez Litten – Hull KR
Once more controlled the ruck for Hull KR, helping Rovers stay on the front foot against Leigh.
10. Patrick Mago – Wigan Warriors
Was unstoppable down the middle for Wigan against Castleford.
11. Kelepi Tanginoa – Hull KR
What a buy Kelepi Tanginoa is proving to be for Hull KR and his performance was another cracker on Saturday.
12. Junior Nsemba – Wigan Warriors
Junior Nsemba was incredible against Castleford with some massive metre-eating runs.
13. Elliot Minchella – Hull KR
Elliot Minchella was once more superb for Hull KR.
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14. Umyla Hanley – Leigh Leopards
Umyla Hanley has taken his shot on the wing for Leigh with aplomb and he had another safe game against Hull KR.
15. Tom Amone – Leigh Leopards
Tom Amone proved just why he has been a big miss for Leigh with some barnstorming runs and superb defensive efforts.
16. Sebastine Ikahihifo – Huddersfield Giants
Against the gigantic Catalans pack, Sebastine Ikahihifo was instrumental in taking Huddersfield forward.
17. Matty Ashton – Warrington Wolves
The Warrington winger scored a remarkable flying finish and was impressive coming out of backfield.
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