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Vote for your Wigan Warriors Player of the Month for May, brought to you by Open Exchange. May saw the Warriors progress to the Final of the Betfred Challenge Cup with a thrilling 20-18 win over St Helens at Elland Road. The Warriors then fell to defeat on the road against Huddersfield Giants and Hull FC in the Betfred Super League, despite some fantastic tries being scored. They finished off the month with the Betfred Challenge Cup Final at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium where Matt Peet’s side brought home the silverware thanks to a late winner from Liam Marshall. There were plenty of impressive performances throughout the month, but who do you think turned out best for Wigan in May? Vote for your Open Exchange Player of the Month for April below! The deadline to vote is 7pm on Tuesday 7th June. The post Player of the Month: May appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Three Warriors teams are in action this week.First team and Academy both play on Saturday. Sunday sees the Warriors Women back in action in the Betfred Women’s Super League. There are three Wigan Warriors teams in action this week. First team After Betfred Challenge Cup Final glory last weekend, the focus turns back to the Betfred Super League for the first team as they prepare to take on Castleford Tigers in Round 14. The Warriors head to the Mend-A-Hose Jungle for a 2pm kick-off on Saturday 4th June. The game will be broadcast live on Wigan TV. Tickets for the game are now off sale but pay on the day is available. Click HERE for the details. Academy Also on Saturday our Academy side host Warrington Wolves at Robin Park Arena at 2:30pm. For fans not heading to Castleford for the first team game, entry to watch the Academy fixture is free for Season Ticket Holders and Members. For non-Season Ticket Holders, it costs £5 for Adults and £3 for Concessions. Half time and full time updates will be provided on our social media pages, while highlights and the full 80 minutes will be available after the game. Women The Warriors Women end the weekend’s action on Sunday 5th June as they travel to Huddersfield Giants. The Round 3 Betfred Women’s Super League game kicks off at 2pm at Huddersfield YMCA RU and fans can watch for free. Half time and full time updates will be provided on our social media pages. The post Coming up this week appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

21-man squad named for Saturday’s Betfred Super League game against Castleford Tigers.Head Coach Matt Peet has named his squad as the Warriors prepare for Round 14 following Challenge Cup triumph.Castleford Tigers v Wigan Warriors, Saturday 4th June, 2pm K.O., Live on Channel 4. Matt Peet has named his 21-player Wigan Warriors squad for Saturday’s Betfred Super League game against Castleford Tigers. Following Wigan’s Betfred Challenge Cup triumph last week, the attention now turns to the league as a trip to the Mend-A-Hose Jungle awaits. Team News Peet has made three changes to the 21 that was involved in the Cup Final. Sam Powell returns to the squad following his six-match ban, while youngsters Matty Nicholson and Sam Halsall also come in. Cade Cust misses out after dislocating his elbow in the Cup Final. In his press conference on Wednesday Peet did not put a time-frame on the half back’s return as he is still awaiting to see a specialist. Morgan Smithies also drops out after picking up a four-match suspension for two separate High Tackle sanctions in the Cup Final. Club Captain Tommy Leuluai is rested. Wigan squad to face Castleford: The post Wigan squad for Castleford appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Sean O’Loughlin has been awarded an OBE in The Queen’s Birthday Honours for his services to Rugby League. The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire is a British order of chivalry, rewarding contributions to the arts and sciences, work with charitable and welfare organisations, and public service outside the civil service. O’Loughlin’s award follows on from his 19-year playing career and his two years so far as an Assistant Head Coach. The one-Club man had an illustrious playing career, playing 459 games and winning 10 major honours with Wigan. Revered by colleagues and opposition players with many pointing to him as one of the modern greats, O’Loughlin was one of the most respected, consistent and inspirational players of the Super League era and captain of both Club and Country. The Wigan Hall of Famer led the Club to its first major titles in eight years, winning the League Leaders’ Shield and the 2010 Super League Grand Final, before going on to win another eight major honours, including the 2013 double and the historic World Club Challenge title in 2017. He was also named in the Super League Dream Team a record seven times. On receiving an OBE, O’Loughlin said: “It’s a strange one for me. You never expect anything like that. It doesn’t enter your mind that you could get one. It does feel strange when I’ve done something I’ve enjoyed doing for so long. “This is something I’ve been awarded for being around for the amount of time I have. It’s never felt like a service, it’s me doing something I enjoy. It’s something I’ve loved doing.” On the invitation to Buckingham Palace to receive his OBE, he said: “I’ve seen pictures of other people doing it in the past and what the occasion is – it should be great and it’s something I look forward to doing. “When I received the letter, it had a Royal emblem on it. I thought it was a speeding ticket at first! It came as a bit of surprise.” Warriors Executive Director, Kris Radlinski, said: “Sean is such an unassuming superstar. He is admired by teammates and opponents alike. He has played Rugby League for Wigan to such a high standard for many years but the most impressive thing is the manner that he has gone about it. “He is a quality human being. Everybody wants him to be in their team and then everyone wants him to be their mate and have a beer with him. The balance of his career is admirable. To be finally recognised by the monarchy is such a fitting tribute to an all round great guy.” Wigan Head Coach, Matt Peet, said: “I’m very proud. It’s so fitting. We see him as a Wiganer and everything we want the Club to stand for – Sean epitomises it in his hard work but mainly his humility as an outstanding player and one of the best players in our Club’s existence. “He’s continuously the most humble man in the building and that’s why we love him. He’s just a top man and someone everyone in the Club can learn from and does learn from on a daily basis. He’s turned into a fine Coach as well. “I’m just glad he’s on our team, he deserves the accolade. It means everyone in the Club and in the game can celebrate a real positive role model for Rugby League.” Everyone at Wigan Warriors congratulates Sean on his award and thanks him for his services to the Club and Rugby League. The post Sean O’Loughlin awarded OBE appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Tommy Leuluai reflects on Wigan’s win in the Betfred Challenge Cup Final.Leuluai: “They worked really hard so a huge thanks to the physio staff as it means it gave Matty an option to use me.”Watch the full interview on Wigan TV HERE. Tommy Leuluai focused on thanking Head Coach Matt Peet and the physio staff for their trust and hard work which allowed him to play a part in the success of the Betfred Challenge Cup Final on Saturday. The Club Captain played a pivotal role in the win as his long-range pass to Harry Smith set up the attacking play which led to Wigan’s 76th minute try from Liam Marshall to win the Final at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The Club Captain told Wigan TV: “They worked really hard so a huge thanks to the physio staff as it means it gave Matty an option to use me and I’m glad as he’s put a lot of trust in me. It was a tough call as I didn’t want to put the team into jeopardy but the role that Matty was thinking for me I thought i could do and he showed his trust which I’ll be forever grateful for. "I worked really hard, I have to thank the physio staff. Matty put a lot of trust in me." Tommy Leuluai explains how he got fit in time to play in #ChallengeCupFinal. Full interview https://t.co/X3BrP98qW7#WWRL #ChallengeCup pic.twitter.com/fI1CPbCv3F — Wigan Warriors (@WiganWarriorsRL) June 1, 2022 “However, then he asked me to play half back which wasn’t in the plan and Harry Smith was fantastic from his composure to the key plays and I’m really happy for him. I expected to play the final quarter of the game but the injury to Cade meant I was on before half time. “I’m grateful to be part of the group and at my age, I savour all the moments. A few weeks ago the chance of even playing wasn’t in my mind and all the hard work allowed Matty to be able to pick me which again I’m very grateful that he trusted me and we got the result.” A 16-14 victory saw the Warriors lift the Challenge Cup for a record 20th time. Reflecting on the performance itself, Leuluai commented: “If I’m honest its possibly one of our worst performances of the year with errors aplenty but luckily we don’t have to pick it to bits as Harry came up with an amazing play at the end which Marshy [Marshall] finished off superbly and I was very proud of the group for their heart and desire.” Leuluai heaped further praise on Club Chairman Ian Lenagan: “I was very happy to be able to celebrate the trophy with Ian as he’s been my boss for most of my career and I have a huge respect for him and his family and what they’ve done to this Club.” On his Head Coach, Leuluai added: “Matty’s done a great job in bringing our families closer to the Club. I’ve been part of this Club for a long time and he’s done an amazing job at getting us all involved and in games like this it’s that togetherness that was vital in the final five minutes so huge praise goes to Matty on a truly fantastic job.” You can watch the post-match interview with Tommy on Wigan TV by clicking HERE. By Simon Driscoll The post Leuluai: Forever grateful appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Wigan Warriors can confirm the details of Maurice Lindsay’s funeral. A church service will take place at 1:30pm on Thursday 9th June at St Mary’s Church in Standishgate, Wigan. A cortege will make its way around the DW Stadium at 12:45pm. Fans are welcome to stand outside St Mary’s Church and listen as the service will be played on loud speakers. Please note it is family flowers only but donations, if desired, are welcome to The British Heart Foundation or the Versus Arthritis Charity. The post Maurice Lindsay’s funeral appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Iain Thornley reflects on Wigan’s Challenge Cup victory on Saturday.Thornley: “It’s truly a great way to celebrate that achievement.”Watch the full interview on Wigan TV HERE. Iain Thornley reflected on an ‘absolutely unbelievable experience’ at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as one of the reasons why he returned to his hometown Club. Thornley was part of Wigan’s 16-14 win over Huddersfield Giants on Saturday as the Warriors lifted the Challenge Cup for a record 20th time. “It was an absolutely unbelievable experience,” he told Wigan TV. “Especially as the Final is back at Wembley next year so such an experience might never happen again and in the 150th year for Wigan, it’s truly a great way to celebrate that achievement.” Thornley was part of the last Wigan team to win the Challenge Cup in 2013. How it started: How it’s going: pic.twitter.com/ly2L8SkmNp — Wigan Warriors (@WiganWarriorsRL) May 30, 2022 He said: “It’s a bit surreal, nine years ago I won it here at Wigan and the first year I’ve come back – winning it again was one of the reasons for returning to the Club for moments and memories like this.” Summarising the Final itself, Thornley said: “It was probably what you’d expect for a Final – everything up in the air and off the cuff and when things don’t go the right way it’s kind of just madness pretty much for the whole game. It was a case of everything and anything and in the 77th minute it was all worth it when we got that try. 𝙈𝙊𝙈𝙀𝙉𝙏 𝙊𝙁 𝙏𝙃𝙀 𝙈𝘼𝙏𝘾𝙃 There is only one option for this week's @Myprotein Moment of the Match… @LiamMarshall20 #WWRL #ChallengeCup pic.twitter.com/IyTIrzrfsR — Wigan Warriors (@WiganWarriorsRL) May 31, 2022 “I thought we had a bit of a bad start due to not doing what we normally do in our game plan which led to a refocus and concentration chat to get back to what we should be doing. Thankfully we managed to do that and win the game.” Commenting on the knock he suffered during the game, the centre said with a smile: “I’d been unlucky this year and had a slight knock in the game with a knee hyperextension and a bit of a crunch but a couple of painkillers and strapping up and thankfully it was alright for the rest of the game.” You can watch the post-match interview with Iain on Wigan TV by clicking HERE. By Simon Driscoll The post Thornley: Unbelievable experience appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

See all the pictures from Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup Final victory against Huddersfield Giants at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday. A late Liam Marshall try saw the Warriors clinch Challenge Cup glory and their 20th win in the competition. Take a look back at the best pictures from a special day in North London… The following images are courtesy of Bernard Platt and Dean Williams: 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt London, England – 28th May 2022 – Jai Field of Wigan Warriors goes around Innes Senior of Huddersfield Giants and scores a try. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Liam Marshall of Wigan Warriors races in to score late winner. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Totenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Liam Marshall of Wigan Warriors races in to score late winner. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Totenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Liam Marshall of Wigan Warriors races in to score late winner. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Totenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Liam Marshall of Wigan Warriors celebrates scoring late winning try. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Liam Marshall of Wigan Warriors celebrates scoring late winning try. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Liam Marshall of Wigan Warriors celebrates scoring late winning try. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 -Liam Farrell of Wigan Warriors celebrates late winner Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Totenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Liam Marshall of Wigan Warriors celebrates scoring late winning try. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Iain Thornley of Wigan Warriors celebrate2. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Totenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Iain Thornley of Wigan Warriors and Patrick Mago of Wigan Warriors celebrate. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Totenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Wigan Warriors players celebrate. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Totenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Liam Farrell of Wigan Warriors and Morgan Smithies of Wigan Warriors celebrate. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Totenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Kade Ellis of Wigan Warriors celebrates. Rugby League Sundeck 1895 Cup Final Featherstone Rovers vs Leigh Centurions at Totenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Cade Cust of Wigan Warriors and John Bateman of Wigan Warriors. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Totenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – John Bateman of Wigan Warriors celebrates winning the Cup. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Bevan French of Wigan Warriors. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Rugby League Sundeck 1895 Cup Final Featherstone Rovers vs Leigh Centurions at Totenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams London, England – 28th May 2022 – Wigan Warriors players. Rugby League Betfred Challenge Cup Final Huddersfield Giants vs Wigan Warriors at Totenham Hotspur Stadium, London, UK Dean Williams 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 28th May 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Wigan Warriors take on Huddersfield Giants in the final of the 125th year of Rugby League’s most historic competition, the Betfred Challenge Cup MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt The following images are courtesy of SW Pix: Picture by Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Fans, crowd Picture by Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Mascots Picture by Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – National Anthem is sung from the roof, flybridge Picture by Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – the brief, branding Picture by Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Fans, crowd Picture by Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – General view Picture by Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – the brief, branding – fans Picture by Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – general view fans Picture by Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – General view Picture by Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Fans, crowd Picture by Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan lift The Challenge Cup and celebrate Picture by Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan lift The Challenge Cup and celebrate Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Jai Field touches down for a try against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Cade Cust, Bevan French & John Bateman celebrate Jai Field’s try against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s John Bateman celebrates Jai Field’s try against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Liam Marshall is congratulated on the game winning try against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Liam Marshall (l) is congratulated on the game winning try against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Liam Marshall reacts after his side win against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Liam Marshall reacts after his side win against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Brad Singleton celebrates after his side’s victory against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan coach Matt Peet congratulates players after victory against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Liam Farrell & Thomas Leuluai take the Betfred Challenge trophy from the plinth after victory against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Liam Farrell & Thomas Leuluai lift the Betfred Challenge trophy after victory against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Liam Farrell & Thomas Leuluai lift the Betfred Challenge trophy after victory against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Liam Farrell & Thomas Leuluai lift the Betfred Challenge trophy after victory against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Liam Marshall with the Betfred Challenge trophy after victory against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Liam Farrell with the Betfred Challenge trophy after victory against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan celebrate in front of their fans after victory against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s chairman Ian Lenagan celebrate with the Betfred Challenge trophy after victory against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Liam Farrell with the Betfred Challenge trophy after victory against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Cade Cust celebrates in the changing rooms after victory against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Liam Farrell & Thomas Leulua celebrate in the changing rooms after victory against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan’s Liam Marshall celebrates in the changing rooms after victory against Huddersfield. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan celebrate in the changing rooms after victory against Huddersfield. 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Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – A general view of Tottenham Hotspur Stadium during the match between Huddersfield Giants and Wigan Warriors Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – A general view of the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium during the match between Huddersfield Giants and Wigan Warriors Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Harry Smith of Wigan Warriors celebrates scoring his sides first try against Huddersfield Giants with teammates Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Liam Farrell and Thomas Luuluai of Wigan Warriors lift the trophy after winning the Betfred Challenge Cup Final against Huddersfield Giants Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Liam Farrell and Thomas Luuluai of Wigan Warriors lift the trophy after winning the Betfred Challenge Cup Final against Huddersfield Giants Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Liam Farrell and Thomas Luuluai of Wigan Warriors lift the trophy after winning the Betfred Challenge Cup Final against Huddersfield Giants Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Morgan Smithies of Wigan Warriors lifts the trophy after Wigan Warriors win the Betfred Challenge Cup Final against Huddersfield Giants Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – The Betfred Challenge Cup Final Gold Medal worn by Wigan Warriors Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Wigan Warriors fans celebrate a last minute try Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Cade Cust and John Bateman of Wigan Warriors celebrate after winning the Betfred Challenge Cup Final against Huddersfield Giants Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Harry Smith and Brad O’Neil of Wigan Warriors celebrate after winning the Betfred Challenge Cup Final against Huddersfield Giants Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Matt Peet, Head Coach of Wigan Warriors celebrates with his team after winning the Betfred Challenge Cup Final Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Matt Peet, Head Coach of Wigan Warriors celebrates with his team after winning the Betfred Challenge Cup Final Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Matt Peet, Head Coach of Wigan Warriors celebrates with his team after winning the Betfred Challenge Cup Final Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Celebrations after Wigan Warriors win the Betfred Challenge Cup Final against Huddersfield Giants Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Jai Field of Wigan Warriors lifts the trophy after Wigan Warriors win the Betfred Challenge Cup Final against Huddersfield Giants Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – John Bateman of Wigan Warriors lifts the trophy after Wigan Warriors win the Betfred Challenge Cup Final against Huddersfield Giants Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – John Bateman of Wigan Warriors celebrates with fans after Wigan Warriors win the Betfred Challenge Cup Final against Huddersfield Giants Picture by Will Palmer/SWpix.com – 28/05/2022 – Rugby League – Betfred Challenge Cup Final – Huddersfield Giants v Wigan Warriors – Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England – Liam Marshall of Wigan Warriors celebrates after Wigan Warriors win the Betfred Challenge Cup Final against Huddersfield Giants The post Gallery: Challenge Cup Final appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. 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The 2022 Betfred Rugby League Challenge Cup Final attracted an average BBC TV audience of more than 1.1million and a peak of 1.5million – the greatest audience share of any Challenge Cup Final since 2008 and the highest peak since 2016. On a busy sporting Saturday only the UEFA Champions League Final attracted a greater TV audience, with Rugby League’s showpiece event enjoying an increase of 23% on the average audience for the 2021 final. The average audience of 1.1million was also the second highest since 2014, bettered only by the 2020 final which was played behind closed doors during the Covid-19 pandemic. Ralph Rimmer, RFL Chief Executive, says: “What a wonderful occasion – players and supporters alike showcasing the very best of Rugby League from one of Europe’s greatest stadiums and captivating the attention of legions of people in all corners of the country. “I’d like to thank our valued commercial partners, Betfred and AB Sundecks, our fabulous hosts Tottenham Hotspur Football Club, the participating finalists and our broadcast partner, BBC Sport, whose coverage was once again second to none. “The BBC of course will cover every minute of each of the 61 Rugby League World Cup games taking place this autumn. The tournament promises to be the biggest and best Rugby League World Cup ever, and begins in less than 150 days. This is a huge year for our sport.” 2022 Betfred Challenge Cup Final viewing figures Average match audience: 1,158,210 Average match audience up +23.2% against 2021 (939,790 v 1,158,210) Peak audience: 1,519,400 TV audience share: 15.6% (greatest for any Rugby League game this season and highest of any Challenge Cup Final since 2008) The post Cup Final TV audience figures appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

See all the pictures from Wigan Warriors’ Challenge Cup homecoming at Robin Park Arena. Following victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday, the full first team arrived back in Wigan on Sunday afternoon where they were greeted by thousands of Cherry and Whites. Take a look at the full gallery below as the team paraded the Challenge Cup trophy… 29th May 2022 Following Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday trophy homecoming Sunday 29th May. MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 29th May 2022 Following Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday trophy homecoming Sunday 29th May. MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 29th May 2022 Following Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday trophy homecoming Sunday 29th May. 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MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 29th May 2022 Following Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday trophy homecoming Sunday 29th May. MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 29th May 2022 Following Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday trophy homecoming Sunday 29th May. MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 29th May 2022 Following Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday trophy homecoming Sunday 29th May. MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 29th May 2022 Following Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday trophy homecoming Sunday 29th May. MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 29th May 2022 Following Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday trophy homecoming Sunday 29th May. MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 29th May 2022 Following Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday trophy homecoming Sunday 29th May. MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 29th May 2022 Following Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday trophy homecoming Sunday 29th May. MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 29th May 2022 Following Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday trophy homecoming Sunday 29th May. MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 29th May 2022 Following Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday trophy homecoming Sunday 29th May. MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt 29th May 2022 Following Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday trophy homecoming Sunday 29th May. MANDATORY CREDIT: Bernard Platt For editorial use only. Copyright remains property of Bernard Platt The post Gallery: Trophy homecoming appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Take a deeper dive into what it took for Wigan Warriors to claim Betfred Challenge Cup glory in a dramatic 16-14 win over Huddersfield Giants on Saturday, as the final was played at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for the first time. It was Wigan’s 20th success in the competition and first triumph since 2013. Harry Smith starred for Wigan in the halves as he led the way with eight points courtesy of his first-half try and two goals. The 22-year-old England Academy graduate also recorded an assist, the crucial kick for Liam Marshall‘s match-winning try. Marshall was one of three Wigan tryscorers, alongside Smith and star full back Jai Field, who shone with a game-leading seven tackle breaks and 155 metres. Bevan French impressed with an assist – for Field in the second half – and also clocked an eye catching 185 metres from 18 carries. But he wasn’t Wigan’s leading metre-maker on the day, that achievement went to John Bateman who made 186 metres from his 17 carries in an impressive 80-minute performance in the back row. Elsewhere, young hooker Brad O’Neill started the match for Wigan, played 52 minutes and managed to chip in with an impressive 43 tackles, but Wigan’s leading tackle maker was Morgan Smithies. Smithies, the 21-year-old loose forward, played the full match and made a remarkable 61 tackles and only one miss in a crucial display for his side. He also recorded a try assist, offloading for Harry Smith’s first-half try. England star Liam Farrell was also on top form for the Warriors, making 39 tackles without a single miss and running 112 metres from 11 carries. The post Cup Final: In numbers appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Following the Betfred Challenge Cup Final, the Match Review Panel have issued the following sanctions for Warriors forward Morgan Smithies. Morgan Smithies (Wigan) – Grade C High Tackle – 2 Match Penalty NoticeMorgan Smithies (Wigan) – Grade B High Tackle – 2 Match Penalty Notice The two sanctions means Smithies will miss Wigan’s next four Betfred Super League games. The post Smithies given four-match ban appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Wigan Warriors’ Official Club Store at Robin Park Arena will be closed on Bank Holiday Thursday and Friday this week for The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations. Our Store is open Monday-Wednesday, 10am-4pm, and will reopen on Saturday, 10am-4pm. This week’s opening hours: Monday 30th May – 10am – 4pmTuesday 31st May – 10am – 4pmWednesday 1st June – 10am – 4pmThursday 2nd June – CLOSEDFriday 3rd June – CLOSEDSaturday 4th June – 10am – 4pmSunday 5th June – CLOSED You can also shop online by clicking HERE. For more information contact 01942 762845 or store@wiganwarriors.com. Warriors World in the Grand Arcade has permanently closed. The post Store opening hours this week appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Matt Peet gave his thoughts after his side won the 2022 Challenge Cup Trophy.Peet: “We spoke all week that it couldn’t be the perfect game but we could have the perfect moment and that’s how it turned out.”FT | Wigan Warriors 16-14 Huddersfield Giants. Matt Peet gave his thoughts as he admitted it ‘hasn’t quite sunk in’ that his side ran out winners over Huddersfield Giants at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to lift the Challenge Cup Trophy. “It certainly hasn’t sunk in but I’m looking forward to it sinking in,” Peet said. “I’m looking forward to the town, players, families and staff celebrating and enjoying the moment because they’ve worked very hard. We can speak about the game separately but as for how I feel right now – delighted, proud.” He added: “I think I can sit here really proud that I know people are happy, we’ve played a part in helping a lot of people have a good weekend, creating memories as supporters, families and friends. I can name so many people who have all contributed in their own certain way and brought so much energy – I can sit anywhere tonight and be equally happy.” THIS TEAM #WWRL pic.twitter.com/JNwCw6QTVW — Wigan Warriors (@WiganWarriorsRL) May 28, 2022 Speaking on the achievement, the Warriors boss said: “I know that our team will belong in a moment in history, we watched that video the other day of our 150 years. It’s only really the teams that perform in the big occasions that get remembered properly. That moment, the end of the game is what people are going to remember, it doesn’t matter what happened before that. “We spoke all week that it couldn’t be the perfect game but we could have the perfect moment and that’s how it turned out.” On his Coaching team’s influence, Peet added: “Lee Briers and Sean O’Loughlin are having a massive effect on everyone. I think the work they do, it’s outstanding the way they put their training sessions together, game plans. Lee does a lot of kicking with Harry which I thought paid off today but I thought he defended tough as well.” Summarising, Peet said: “We stand on the shoulders of a lot of outstanding figures at Wigan. Maurice Lindsay is rightly being spoken about for what he did, he brought the Club to new heights and I think it’s poignant that we can do this. There’s lots of nice stories to come out of this game, our 150th year, our 20th trophy, Ian Lenegan’s 15th year, the recent passing of Maurice Lindsday. When I look up into the arena and I see Martin Offiah and Billy Boston, that was a surreal moment during the National Anthems.” The post Peet: Delighted and Proud appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Following Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup victory at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday we are delighted to confirm there will be a trophy homecoming tomorrow, Sunday 29th May. The full first team will arrive back in Wigan tomorrow afternoon where they will parade the trophy at Robin Park Arena. We expect the team to arrive at Robin Park Arena around 4pm. Please note this time is subject to change and is a rough estimate. A stage will be set up on the Robin Park Arena Car Park where the first team squad will gather. There will be food and drink stalls outside Robin Park Arena – provided by Central Fusion – with MC Dom Walker hosting the event and interviewing players as they arrive on stage. There will also be a DJ, live music from The Mac Bros and dancing from our Warriors Cheerleaders. Our Club Store will be open from 12pm until 6pm too. Stay tuned for the full Warriors Challenge Cup Winners range which will be coming soon. The post Challenge Cup homecoming appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Match Report as Wigan Warriors win the Betfred Challenge Cup.Scores from Harry Smith, Jai Field and Liam Marshall sealed the win in the Capital.FT | Wigan Warriors 16-14 Huddersfield Giants. Wigan Warriors came from behind in the closing 5 minutes to lift the Betfred Challenge Cup at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Matt Peet made two changes going into the final as Tommy Leuluai returned from injury to feature off the interchange bench whilst Kaide Ellis returned from a one-match suspension to also feature off the bench. Huddersfield got themselves into a 6-0 lead with an early penalty goal followed by a try from Ricky Leutele. Wigan got back level with a Harry Smith converted effort, but a score from Chris McQueen late in the opening forty allowed Giants back into the lead at the break. Wigan got back in front through Jai Field just after the restart before Huddersfield responded once more through Jermaine McGillvary, a fine effort from Liam Marshall sealed the victory though as Wigan lifted the Betfred Challenge Cup. Report Within a minute of kick off the Wigan fans were out of their seats as Cade Cust looked to have broken through in the middle of the park but it was pulled back by the referee for a penalty to Huddersfield, they opted for the penalty goal which was successfully converted by Tui Lolohea to put the Giants 2-0 up. Huddersfield went close again in the 9th minute as Innes Senior looked to be heading for the corner but a good tackle one-on-one from Bevan French forced his man to attempt an offload which went into touch to give Wigan the ball back. Huddersfield were handed back-to-back penalties close to the Wigan goal line and their persistent attack paid off as a pass out wide to Leutele saw the Centre muscle his way over for the first try of the game. The conversion attempt from Lolohea ricocheted back off the uprights but Huddersfield had the 6-0 lead approaching 20 minutes. Wigan had a great chance in the 24th minute, first Liam Farrell went on a run to get the Warriors into good territory before Harry Smith had a go, but was stopped just short. The kick on the last was collected by the Giants but great defence forced them back over the goal line for a dropout. From the drop out Wigan collected the ball and a Morgan Smithies offload allowed Harry Smith to race away for Wigan’s opening score, converting his own effort to level the playing field at 6-6. Chris McQueen got one back for the Giants in the 33rd minute, spotting a gap to go over and put Huddersfield back in front. The conversion attempt from Lolohea was short and the score was 10-6 going into the half time interval. Wigan burst into the second half as they scored almost immediately. Working their way upfield Thornley sent Bevan French away on the right wing, he raced towards the goal line before cutting a pass inside for Jai Field to finish off the move. Harry Smith made it two from two with the boot to nudge Wigan back into the lead. The Giants were hoping to draw things level once more as a penalty was awarded 40m out, Lolohea stepped up but his attempt was wide and it remained 12-10 in Wigan’s favour. Huddersfield swung the tie back in their favour as Jermaine McGillvary went over in the 58th minute, supporting Leroy Cudjoe to sneak in at the right corner. The conversion from Lolohea as wide once more to leave the score at 14-12 to the Giants with the final quarter approaching. Wigan were knocking on the door as they looked to try and get back in front in the tie, but despite their best efforts, Huddersfield were equal to the danger and the score remained as we entered the final 10 minutes. Jai Field had the fans out of their seats in the 72nd minute as he latched onto a loose ball on his own goal line to race away, but the full back could only make it to half way before his attempted offload went astray for Huddersfield to get back in possession. With the clock ticking down a moment of brilliance saw Harry Smith put a grubber kick through and it was inch perfect for Liam Marshall to collect and finish in the far corner, Smith couldn’t add the extras but it was enough to see Wigan to a 16-14 victory and crown them Challenge Cup Winners 2022! Gallery: Wigan Warriors: Jai Field, Bevan French, Iain Thornley, Jake Bibby, Liam Marshall, Cade Cust, Harry Smith, Brad Singleton, Brad O’Neill, Liam Byrne, Liam Farrell, John Bateman, Morgan Smithies. Interchange: Thomas Leuluai, Patrick Mago, Kaide Ellis, Ethan Havard. Tries: Smith (25′), Field (42′), Marshall (76′) Goals: Smith 2/3 Huddersfield Giants: Tui Lolohea, Jermaine McGillvary, Leroy Cudjoe, Ricky Leutele, Innes Senior, Jack Cogger, Oliver Russell, Chris Hill, Danny Levi, Oliver Wilson, Josh Jones, Chris McQueen, Luke Yates. Interchange: Matty English, Joe Greenwood, Owen Trout, Ashton Golding. Tries: Leutele (17′), McQueen (33′), McGillvary (58′) Goals: Lolohea 1/5 Referee: James Child Attendance: 51, 628 The post Wigan win the Challenge Cup appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Listen to free audio commentary of Wigan Warriors v Huddersfield Giants from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Wigan travel to Tottenham to face Huddersfield in the 2022 Betfred Challenge Cup Final. Our regular commentary team of Joe Mills and Bilko (Andrew Rimmer) will bring you full commentary, with coverage starting 10 minutes before kick-off (2:50pm). How to listen Head to our Mixlr page by clicking HERE. Alternatively, you can simply use the pop out player below. You can also follow live text updates, or join in the conversation on Twitter. Tweets by WiganWarriorsRL The post Listen LIVE: Challenge Cup Final appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

This week we are encouraging the whole of Wigan town to get behind ‘Cherry and White Week’. We asked all fans to get behind the players by dressing their house, bedroom, car, office or classroom in Cherry and White. It’s a huge week for not only the Wigan Warriors Club but the town and its people. To help you get in the mood for the Final we offered money can’t buy prizes to the best dressed supporters and your Cherry and White efforts. As part of the week we also held sessions every night at Robin Park Arena for local youngsters to get involved with the build up to the final. A huge thank you to everyone who came down to the sessions and got involved online by sending us your photos and videos! Let’s have a look at some of the best efforts from the week: @WiganWarriorsRL #cherryandwhiteweek all 12 year old daughters hard work pic.twitter.com/9KtACjgYqU — Xx Malice xX (@XxMalicexX2) May 23, 2022 𝘾𝙃𝙀𝙍𝙍𝙔 𝘼𝙉𝘿 𝙒𝙃𝙄𝙏𝙀 𝙒𝙀𝙀𝙆 Our Rugby Memories group have been celebrating #CherryAndWhiteWeek at their weekly meet up.#WWRL pic.twitter.com/QiYss54nbI — Wigan Warriors Community Foundation (@WiganWarriorsCF) May 24, 2022 Thanks to Year 2 at St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School for this good luck message for the lads! Back the boys this week by using the hashtag #CherryAndWhiteWeek! #WWRL #ChallengeCupFinal pic.twitter.com/SxSqW4itG4 — Wigan Warriors (@WiganWarriorsRL) May 25, 2022 Good Luck on Saturday @WiganWarriorsRL From all the boys & girls at Wigan St Cuthberts U7s! Some of us will be at Tottenham to support you #CherryAndWhiteWeek pic.twitter.com/gSn0s2BD3v — Becci Hunt (@MrsHunt14) May 25, 2022 Children and staff at St Aidan’s Catholic Primary School in Winstanley all came dressed in cherry and white to support @WiganWarriorsRL in the @TheChallengeCup on Saturday. Good luck to the team, enjoy the day! #CherryAndWhiteWeek #WiganWarriors #ChallengeCupFinal pic.twitter.com/u4MQga8hG7 — St. Aidans School (@StAidansSchool1) May 26, 2022 How about this for cherry and white week? Myself and my best pal @CaallumGale building walls in Lymm Warrington #CHALLENGE #CUP #WEEK #WIGAN #WARRIORS #CHERRYANDWHITEWEEK @WiganWarriorsRL pic.twitter.com/6jMvdyBpoY — Rob Speakman (@RobSpeakman5) May 26, 2022 #CherryAndWhiteWeek @WiganWarriorsRL pic.twitter.com/ygPoTpSyty — Macy x (@macyh_utt) May 26, 2022 @WiganWarriorsRL #CherryandWhiteWeek My offering to Cherry’n’White week pic.twitter.com/TjM0xIiSZA — Josie Andrews (@josie_andrews13) May 26, 2022 @WiganWarriorsRL every week is a #CherryAndWhiteWeek here pic.twitter.com/Pn2IZKTpc2 — Peter Elliott (@Wiganer_pete) May 26, 2022 #CherryAndWhiteWeek we are ready. Wishing @WiganWarriorsRL all of the luck in the world. You can do it boys #ChallengeCup pic.twitter.com/PeeGw9iChg — Emma Hutchinson (@emma_toby) May 26, 2022 Good luck to @WiganWarriorsRL on Saturday @TheChallengeCup from the girls team @StCuthsARLFC #CherryAndWhiteWeek pic.twitter.com/rSqlLynosJ — skott bennett @ (@skott80) May 26, 2022 I might not be going but my heart will be with you all! #CherryAndWhiteWeek #ChallengeCupFinal pic.twitter.com/JLbHrBG43z — Karen Louise (@wiganlady81) May 26, 2022 𝘾𝙃𝙀𝙍𝙍𝙔 𝘼𝙉𝘿 𝙒𝙃𝙄𝙏𝙀 𝙒𝙀𝙀𝙆 A great turnout at our girls development session last night, where the juniors, our Women's Academy and Women's first team sent their best wishes to @WiganWarriorsRL for the Challenge Cup Final tomorrow!#WWRL #CherryAndWhiteWeek pic.twitter.com/lzQKYeDeL9 — Wigan Warriors Community Foundation (@WiganWarriorsCF) May 27, 2022 The post Gallery: Cherry & White Week appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

We are going to go back into the photo archives for one last time as we relive our success in the competition. We look back on our most recent two wins at Wembley as we lifted the Challenge Cup Trophy in 2011 before going onto lift it in the double-winning year of 2013. In 2011, Wigan got the better of Leeds and can be remembered by a Tomkins to Tomkins pass in one of the fine Wembley tries. Our last Challenge Cup Trophy came in 2013 where we came away with a 16-0 win over Hull FC to take home the silverware. 2011 2011 Won (v Leeds, 28-18) (at Wembley Stadium). Pix Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com Rugby League – Carnegie Challenge Cup Final Wembley Stadium 27/08/2011. Wigan Warriors v Leeds Rhinos..copyright picture..simon wilkinson..simon@swpix.com..Wigan fans PICTURE BY VAUGHN RIDLEY/SWPIX.COM…Rugby League – Carnegie Challenge Cup Final 2011 – Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 27/08/11…Wigan lineup for the National Anthem. Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors Carnegie Cup Final Wembley aug 27th 2011 Leeds players watcj the Wigan players celebrate a try in the first half by Joel Tomkins. Photo Courtesy: Andrew Varley Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors Carnegie Cup Final Wembley aug 27th 2011 Jamie Jones Buchanan is tackled by Pat Richards. Photo Courtesy: Andrew Varley Carnegie Clallenge Cup Final Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors Wermbley sat 27th aug 2011 Ian Kirke is tackled. Photo Courtesy: Andrew Varley Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors Carnegie Cup Final Wembley aug 27th 2011 Kevin Sinfield is held. Photo Courtesy: Andrew Varley Carnegie Clallenge Cup Final Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors Wermbley sat 27th aug 2011 Jeff Lima try for Wigan. Photo Courtesy: Andrew Varley Pix Simon Wilkinson/SWpix.com Rugby League – Carnegie Challenge Cup Final Wembley Stadium 27/08/2011. Wigan Warriors v Leeds Rhinos..copyright picture..simon wilkinson..simon@swpix.com..Wigan fans Wembley GV PICTURE BY VAUGHN RIDLEY/SWPIX.COM…Rugby League – Carnegie Challenge Cup Final 2011 – Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 27/08/11…The teams take to the field. George Carmont, Josh Charnley, Paul Deacon, Brett Finch PICTURE BY VAUGHN RIDLEY/SWPIX.COM…Rugby League – Carnegie Challenge Cup Final 2011 – Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 27/08/11…Wigan’s Harrison Hansen. PICTURE BY VAUGHN RIDLEY/SWPIX.COM…Rugby League – Carnegie Challenge Cup Final 2011 – Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 27/08/11…Wigan’s Fans, Supporters. PICTURE BY VAUGHN RIDLEY/SWPIX.COM…Rugby League – Carnegie Challenge Cup Final 2011 – Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 27/08/11…Wigan’s Fans, Supporters. PICTURE BY ALEX BROADWAY/SWPIX.COM…Rugby League – Carnegie Challenge Cup Final 2011 – Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 27/08/11…Josh Charnley of Wigan Warriors scores the opening try of the game. PICTURE BY ALEX BROADWAY/SWPIX.COM…Rugby League – Carnegie Challenge Cup Final 2011 – Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 27/08/11…Joel Tomkins of Wigan Warriors skips past a tackle to score Wigan’s second try. PICTURE BY ALEX BROADWAY/SWPIX.COM…Rugby League – Carnegie Challenge Cup Final 2011 – Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 27/08/11…Joel Tomkins of Wigan Warriors scores a try. PICTURE BY ALEX BROADWAY/SWPIX.COM…Rugby League – Carnegie Challenge Cup Final 2011 – Leeds Rhinos v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 27/08/11…Wigan Warriors celebrate victory. 2013 2013 Won (v Hull FC, 16-0) (at Wembley Stadium). PICTURE BY ALEX BROADWAY/SWPIX.COM – Rugby League – 2013 Tetley’s Challenge Cup Final – Hull FC v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 24/08/2013 – Fans. Spectators. Wigan Warriors full-back Sam Tomkins celebrates his try against Hull FC in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 24th of August 2013. Wigan won 16-0. Picture by Nick Fairhurst. Photo Courtesy: Frank Orrell PICTURE BY SIMON WILKINSON/SWPIX.COM – Rugby League – 2013 Tetley’s Challenge Cup Final – Hull FC v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 24/08/2013 – Sam Tomkins of Wigan celebrates his try. PICTURE BY ALEX WHITEHEAD/SWPIX.COM PICTURE BY ALEX WHITEHEAD/SWPIX.COM PICTURE BY Gavin Rodgers/SWPIX.COM – Rugby League – 2013 Tetley’s Challenge Cup Final – Hull FC v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 24/08/2013 – Hull FC’s Tom Briscoe makes a break. PICTURE BY ALEX BROADWAY/SWPIX.COM – Rugby League – 2013 Tetley’s Challenge Cup Final – Hull FC v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 24/08/2013 – Wigan players celebrate victory at the final whistle. PICTURE BY ALEX WHITEHEAD/SWPIX.COM – Rugby League – 2013 Tetley’s Challenge Cup Final – Hull FC v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 24/08/2013 – Wigan players and fans celebrate Sam Tomkins’ try. Skipper Sean O’Loughlin lifts the Challenge Cup after Wigan Warriors beat Hull FC 16-0 in the final at Wembley on Saturday 24th of August 2013. Picture by Nick Fairhurst. Photo Courtesy: Frank Orrell PICTURE BY Charlie Forgham-Bailey/SWPIX.COM – Rugby League – 2013 Tetley’s Challenge Cup Final – Hull FC v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 24/08/2013 – Wigan Head Coach Shaun Wane lifts the trophy. PICTURE BY Charlie Forgham-BaileySWPIX.COM – Rugby League – 2013 Tetley’s Challenge Cup Final – Hull FC v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 24/08/2013 – Wigan Warriors’ captain Sean O’Loughlin lifts the Challenge Cup trophy in celebration. PICTURE BY Gavin Rodgers/SWPIX.COM – Rugby League – 2013 Tetley’s Challenge Cup Final – Hull FC v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 24/08/2013 – Wigan’s Sam Tomkins celebrates with the trophy. PICTURE BY ALEX WHITEHEAD/SWPIX.COM PICTURE BY Charlie Forgham-Bailey/SWPIX.COM – Rugby League – 2013 Tetley’s Challenge Cup Final – Hull FC v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 24/08/2013 – Wigan’s Gil Dudson and Matty Smith. PICTURE BY SIMON WILKINSON/SWPIX.COM – Rugby League – 2013 Tetley’s Challenge Cup Final – Hull FC v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 24/08/2013 – Wigan team celebrate with the trophy. PICTURE BY SIMON WiLKINSON/SWPIX.COM – Rugby League – 2013 Tetley’s Challenge Cup Final – Hull FC v Wigan Warriors – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 24/08/2013 – Wigan team celebrate with the cup. Dave Whelan The post Gallery: 2011 & 2013 Cup Finals appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Ahead of Saturday’s Betfred Challenge Cup Final we are going to go back into the photo archives and relive our success in the competition. Next up, it’s 2002, where like the competition 20-years later, the event was on the road with the Challenge Cup Final played at Murrayfield, Edinburgh. In front of a crowd of 62,000 plus spectators it was a thrilling final between the two sides. Despite both sides crossing for three tries apiece, it came down to the fine footwork of Wigan as Andy Farrell slotted over four goals as well as a drop goal from Adrian Lam. 2002 2002 Won (v St Helens, 21-12) (at Murrayfield, Edinburgh). The following images are courtesy of Andrew Varley. The post Gallery: 2002 Cup Final appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

With just over 24 hours to go until Saturday’s Betfred Challenge Cup Final we are going to go back into the photo archives and relive our success in the competition. After the great success of 1985, Wigan didn’t manage to reach the final for another two years. Wigan were back in the big dance in 1988 as we came up against Halifax, coming away with a 32-12 win it was the start of something special as we went on to make it 8 Challenge Cup Final wins in a row… 1988 1988 Won (v Halifax, 32-12) (at Wembley Stadium). The following images are courtesy of Frank Orrell. Wigan’s Kevin Iro charges through the Halifax defence to score a try in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 29th of April 1988. Wigan won the match 32-12. Wigan’s Ellery Hanley avoids the tackle of former team-mate Gary Stephens to score a try against Halifax backed up by Andy Goodway and Kevin Iro in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 29th of April 1988. Wigan won the match 32-12. Wigan winger Joe Lydon dives over the line to score a try against Halifax in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 29th of April 1988. Wigan won the match 32-12. The Wigan bench celebrate at the final whistle after beating Halifax in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 29th of April 1988. Wigan won the match 32-12. The Wigan team and injured Steve Hampson celebrate with the trophy after beating Halifax in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 29th of April 1988. Wigan won the match 32-12. The champagne flows in the Wigan dressing room as the team celebrate with the trophy after beating Halifax in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 29th of April 1988. Wigan won the match 32-12. 1989 1989 Won (v St Helens, 27-0) (at Wembley Stadium). The following images are courtesy of Frank Orrell. Wigan full-back Steve Hampson outpaces Phil Veivers and celebrates as he crosses the line for a try against St. Helens in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 29th of April 1989. Wigan won the match 27-0. Wigan centre Kevin Iro dives in for his second try with Shane Cooper hanging on desperately for St. Helens in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 29th of April 1989. Wigan won the match 27-0. Wigan stand-off Shaun Edwards offloads the ball to half-back partner Andy Gregory to score against St. Helens in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 29th of April 1989. Wigan won the match 27-0. Mine at last….Wigan’s unlucky full-back Steve Hampson shows the cup to fans after missing out on three previous finals because of injury. The triumphant Wigan team arrive at Central Park for the homecoming on Sunday 30th of April 1989. The banner says it all for Wigan fans waiting at Central Park for the team’s homecoming on Sunday 30th of April 1989. 1990 1990 Won (v Warrington, 36-14) (at Wembley Stadium). The following images are courtesy of Frank Orrell. Wigan forward Denis Betts dives over for the first try despite the attentions of Warrington winger Des Drummond in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 28th of April 1990 which Wigan won 36-14. A flying Mike Gregory tackles Shaun Edwards, who had earlier fractured his cheekbone and eye socket. Gregory couldn’t prevent Edwards passing to Mark Preston for a spectacular Wigan try in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 28th of April 1990 which Wigan won 36-14. Wigan centre Kevin Iro leaves Warrington floundering as he races in for his first try in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 28th of April 1990 which Wigan won 36-14. Wigan skipper Ellery Hanley holds aloft the Challenge Cup after victory over Warrington in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 28th of April 1990 which Wigan won 36-14. Coach John Monie and the team celebrate after beating Warrington 36-14 in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 28th of April 1990. Gregory’s girl……Andy’s 3 year old daughter, Lauren, looks a little overwhelmed as she joins celebrating coach John Monie and players Ian Gildart, Dean Bell, Bobby Goulding, Adrian Shelford, Martin Dermott and dad after the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 28th of April 1990 which Wigan won 36-14. 1991 1991 Won (v St Helens, 13-8) (at Wembley Stadium). The following images are courtesy of Frank Orrell. A pie eater with some sauce at Wembley. Wigan fans ready to cheer on their team at Wembley. Wigan forward Denis Betts hands off Gary Connolly during the Challenge Cup Final against St. Helens at Wembley on Saturday 27th of April 1991 which Wigan won 13-8. Wigan winger David Myers touches down for a try with Paul Loughlin in pursuit in the Challenge Cup Final against St. Helens at Wembley on Saturday 27th of April 1991 which Wigan won 13-8. Wigan winger Frano Botica stretches over for a try with Gary Connolly hanging on in the Challenge Cup Final against St. Helens at Wembley on Saturday 27th of April 1991 which Wigan won 13-8. Wigan players enjoy a sing song during the homecoming at Central Park on Sunday 28th of April 1991. The Wigan team’s open top bus enters Hilton Street on the way into Central Park for the homecoming on Sunday 28th of April 1991. 1992 1992 Won (v Castleford, 28-12) (at Wembley Stadium). The following images are courtesy of Frank Orrell. Wigan winger Martin Offiah forces his way between Mike Ford and Jon Wray to win the race and touchdown for his second try against Castleford in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 2nd of May 1992. Wigan won 28-12. Martin Offiah points the way to Shaun Edwards as he races in from Martin Dermott’s pass to score his try against Castleford in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 2nd of May 1992 which Wigan won 28-12. Goal kicking machine Frano Botica thumps over another conversion against Castleford in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 2nd of May 1992. Wigan won 28-12. The Wigan team celebrate with the Challenge Cup at Wembley on Saturday 2nd of May 1992. Wigan won 28-12. Martin Offiah is mobbed by ecstatic Wigan fans during the homecoming at Central Park on Sunday 3rd of May 1992. Wigan fans greet their heroes at Central Park for the homecoming on Sunday 3rd of May 1992. 1993 1993 Won (v Widnes, 20-14) (at Wembley Stadium). The following images are courtesy of Frank Orrell. Kelvin Skerrett plunges over for his first Wembley try. Denis Betts on the charge leaving Jonathan Davies floundering with Wigan on their way to beating Widnes 20-14 in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 1st of May 1993. You’ve been framed…..jokers Billy McGinty and Neil Cowie get up to some hankie pankie joining team-mates on the parade around the pitch after beating Widnes 20-14 in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 1st of May 1993. Triumphant trio, Martin Offiah, Jason Robinson and coach John Monie look for family and friends in the Wembley crowd as they parade the trophy after beating Widnes 20-14 in the Challenge Cup Final at on Saturday 1st of May 1993. Sam Panapa, Frano Botica and Joe Lydon celebrate with the trophy after beating Widnes 20-14 in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 1st of May 1993. Wigan coach John Monie shares the glory with directors Tom Rathbone, Jack Robinson and Jack Hilton after Wigan beat Widnes 20-14 in the Challenge Cup Final at Wembley on Saturday 1st of May 1993. 1994 1994 Won (v Leeds, 26-16) (at Wembley Stadium). The following images are courtesy of Frank Orrell. Wigan winger, Martin Offiah, has the fans in raptures as he soars away from chasing Leeds players on a 90 yard run to score one of the best tries ever seen at Wembley in the Challenge Cup final on Saturday 30th of April 1994 which Wigan won 26-16. Wigan prop, Kelvin Skerrett, fends off former team-mate, Ellery Hanley, as he powers forward against Leeds at Wembley in the Challenge Cup final on Saturday 30th of April 1994 which Wigan won 26-16. Dynamic duo, Martin Offiah and Shaun Edwards, lift the cup once again after beating Leeds 26-16 at Wembley in the Challenge Cup final on Saturday 30th of April 1994. Superman, super team and super day for Wigan fans at Wembley. Seven up…..Shaun Edwards celebrates Challenge Cup win number seven, while Inga enjoys the celebrations for the first time. Young Wigan fans stroll happily along Riverway following the open top bus to the town hall. 1995 1995 Won (v Leeds, 30-10) (at Wembley Stadium). Wigan forward Kelvin Skerrett on the charge in the Challenge Cup Final against Leeds at Wembley on Saturday 29th of April in 1995 which Wigan won 30-10. Phil Clarke in action in the Challenge Cup Final against Leeds at Wembley on Saturday 29th of April in 1995 which Wigan won 30-10. Denis Betts in action in the Challenge Cup Final against Leeds at Wembley on Saturday 29th of April in 1995 which Wigan won 30-10. Wembley cup kings Wigan take up their annual position for the eighth year in a row after the Challenge Cup Final against Leeds at on Saturday 29th of April in 1995 which Wigan won 30-10. A Wigan wig worn by Jason Robinson as he receives the fans congratulations after the Challenge Cup Final against Leeds at Wembley on Saturday 29th of April in 1995 which Wigan won 30-10. Va’aiga Tuigamala gets some help lifting the cup as his two young sons join him on the pitch after the Challenge Cup Final against Leeds at Wembley on Saturday 29th of April in 1995 which Wigan won 30-10. The post Gallery: Eight in a row appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Assistant Coach, Lee Briers, gives his thoughts on the Challenge Cup having won it numerous times as a player and a Coach.Briers: “It’s not about us Coaches, it’s about the players making sure they go out and execute and express themselves on the biggest of stages.”See the Warriors in action at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, tickets remain on sale online HERE until 3pm on Friday 27th May. Lee Briers spoke to wiganwarriors.com to talk all things Challenge Cup, his experiences as a player and a Coach in the competition and more! “As a player, the build-up was horrendous for me, I was a very nervous player,” he said. “I used to be sick ready for the game and I could never stop that whether I was playing against Wigan, whether I was playing against Swinton it didn’t matter I was always sick.” He added: “The Semi Finals I thought was always the worst time, I’d lost 5 Semi Finals prior to 2009, so I was sick every single morning leading up to the Semi Final, I didn’t sleep more than a few hours a night and when we finally won and got through to the final I was thinking ‘wow, I’ve got to go through that again.’” Briers explains that this all changed at Wembley in 2009, as he went on to win three Challenge Cups in 4-years: “When I was in the changing rooms at Wembley, it’s twenty-past two and I’m thinking right I’m ready to be sick, and I wasn’t, I wasn’t nervous. I thought ‘this is strange’, played the game and won it, unbelievable feeling to finally get that first win and it was one of the best feelings I’ve possibly ever had in the game. “In 2009 my son was mascot, which was great for our family. It’s something that we hold dear to our hearts and have really good memories of that. We beat Huddersfield that year too so hopefully we can do that again. To do it 2010 and get the Lance Todd Trophy, again I wasn’t nervous at all. Fantastic, winning that Lance Todd, in my eyes one of the biggest man of the match awards you can win in Rugby League, especially in this Country.” PICTURE BY VAUGHN RIDLEY/SWPIX.COM – Rugby League – Challenge Cup Final 2010 – Leeds v Warrington – Wembley Stadium, London, England – 28/08/10. He added: “We did it again in 2012, and it was fabulous. I went 13-years losing Finals and Semi Finals and then within the space of three years I had a back-to-back at Wembley, missed a year and then won it again. It was like public buses I suppose, none come and then they all come at once.” Looking back on why his nerves were different at Wembley, Briers explained: “I only ever realised when I finished playing Rugby and I reflected on my career. Why wasn’t I nervous at Wembley? Every time I’ve played with a Rugby ball since being 4-years old, any patch of grass where I lived in St Helens, it was always Wembley, we were trying to score that last try or drop goal to win at Wembley. Everything I did as a kid was always about being at Wembley, we didn’t have Grand Finals then.” He added: “I’m a big believer in the 10,000 hour rule – if you do something 10,000 times you master it and I’d definitely done it 10,000 times. So without knowing at the time, I’d already in my mind been there, done it, visualised it and executed it. That’s why I wasn’t nervous and I’m pretty certain about that.” Briers then reflected on how the Challenge Cup experience differs from being a player, to as a Coach: “It’s totally different. When you’re a player you’ve only really got to get yourself ready, as a Coach you make sure you’ve done all the preparation, you make sure you’ve practiced as well as you can do and we’ve got a really good Coaching group here. We’re all focused on one goal, it’s making sure that everything is clear, no confusion, the lads understand what it’s about, supporting them and giving them confidence.” Asked if the passion for the Cup is still as big as a Coach, Briers said: “Absolutely – probably more so. It’s great to win it as a player and you probably can’t replicate that but winning it as a Coach when you’ve executed a game plan which you set out to do is something where you get real joy. It’s not about us Coaches, it’s about the players making sure they go out and execute and express themselves on the biggest of stages.” The post Briers on Challenge Cup appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

See some of the best shots of the Challenge Cup week at Robin Park Arena. Monday saw Matt Peet attend the Betfred Challenge Cup Final press conference at The Lowry Theatre, Salford alongside Liam Farrell, Liam Byrne, Jai Field and Kaide Ellis. The Warriors have then been hard at work at Robin Park Arena. Thursday saw the crowds brave the weather to gather and ‘wave off the Warriors’ as the team coach left for London. Thank you to everyone who came down to wish the boys well, we’ll see you all in London on Saturday! Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt Photo: Bernard Platt The post Challenge Cup week gallery appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

In association with Davanti Tyres, here is everything you need to know ahead of Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Challenge Cup Final against Huddersfield Giants. Wigan Warriors face Huddersfield Giants in the Betfred Challenge Cup Final at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London on Saturday 28th May (3pm K.O.). Campaign so far Wigan have paved their way to the final in fine fashion. In Round 6 they met Salford Red Devils at home, where they made light work of the occasion with a 20-0 win. In the Quarter Finals they came up against Wakefield Trinity on the road, and despite a spectacular start from Trinity, Wigan took the 36-6 win. A semi final tie against St Helens at Elland Road was a tie to savour as Wigan put in a fantastic display to take a 20-18 win and book their spot in the Final. The opposition faced Barrow Raiders in their Round 6 meeting, as Giants edged out a spirited Raiders side with a 30-16 win. Next up they faced Hull FC at the Quarter Final stages, where despite a closer affair Huddersfield came away 24-16 winners. In the Semi Final, they faced Hull KR at Elland Road as the Giants eased past their opponents in a 25-4 victory to see them into the Final. Team news Matt Peet has named his Final squad on Thursday afternoon with two changes from last week. Sam Halsall and Matty Nicholson come out of the squad, as Tommy Leuluai and Kaide Ellis come in. Sam Powell will serve the final of his six-match suspension. Wigan Warriors squad to face Huddersfield Giants: Matt Peet has named his Cherry and Whites squad for Saturday’s Final. Opposition Huddersfield Head Coach Ian Watson also named his side for the fixture on Thursday afternoon. Ian Watson has named our 21-man squad for the Betfred Challenge Cup Final! Brought to you by FirstBus pic.twitter.com/ktMTMXeXW9 — Huddersfield Giants (@Giantsrl) May 26, 2022 Previous meetings Wigan and Huddersfield have met 12 times in the Challenge Cup before, but haven’t come head-to-head in a Final since back in 1920. The two sides have played each other home and away in the Betfred Super League already and are all square with a win apiece. Last ten meetings: Huddersfield 32, Wigan 22 (SLR12, 12/5/22)Wigan 22, Huddersfield 12 (SLR3, 24/2/22)Huddersfield 12, Wigan 14 (SLR9, 16/7/21)Wigan 16, Huddersfield 12 (SLR14, 11/7/21)Wigan 19, Huddersfield 6 (SLR20, 6/11/20)(at Emerald Headingley, Leeds)Huddersfield 10, Wigan 42 (SLR5, 1/3/20)Huddersfield 22, Wigan 38 (SLR19, 21/6/19)Wigan 6, Huddersfield 14 (SLR5, 8/3/19)Huddersfield 6, Wigan 13 (SLS8-R6, 20/9/18)Huddersfield 20, Wigan 12 (SLR21, 12/7/18) Previous Challenge Cup meetings: 1956 (Quarter Final) Wigan 24 Huddersfield 21953 (Semi-Final) Huddersfield 7 Wigan 0(at Odsal Stadium, Bradford)1951 (Quarter Final) Wigan 2 Huddersfield 01937 (Quarter Final) Huddersfield 7 Wigan 81928 (Round 1) Wigan 2 Huddersfield 131920 (FINAL) Huddersfield 21 Wigan 10(at Headingley, Leeds)1915 (Semi-Final) Huddersfield 27 Wigan 2(at Parkside, Hunslet)1913 (Quarter Final) Wigan 5 Huddersfield 141911 (Round 1) Wigan 18 Huddersfield 131909 (Quarter Final, Replay) Wigan 16 Huddersfield 31909 (Quarter Final) Huddersfield 10 Wigan 101904 (Round 1) Huddersfield 0 Wigan 7 Coach quotes Speaking ahead of the Final, Peet said: “After the semi final it was a real high, a really proud moment and I felt like we’d achieved a big step, particularly winning in the way that we did. Since then, you know that it’s only going to be a good weekend if you get a quality result and performance. All attention turns to that now, we’re very proud and it was a goal at the start of the year to take the town to one of the big games. “We’ve got to take that opportunity and play the game with no regrets. It was great to win a semi final, but it’ll be awful if we lose a final.” Read more from the Warriors boss ahead of Saturday’s game HERE. Match officials The man in the middle on Saturday afternoon will be James Child. Picture by Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com – 15/10/2021 – Rugby League – Men’s Autumn International – Jamaica v England Knights – the Mend A Hose Stadium, Castleford, England – Referee James Child. Ticket prices Wigan fans will be based in the South Stand at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Please note it is reserved seating and you can select your own seat when purchasing tickets online. Blocks 121, 123, 254 and 323 are available to buy in-Store. Ticket prices for the game are as follows: Category 1 Adults – £70 Category 2 Adults – £55Concessions – £40Under-18s – £30 Category 3 Adults – £45Concessions – £25Under-18s – £25 Category 4 Adults – £30Concessions – £15Under-18s – £15 Ambulant disabled and assistant tickets are also available. How to buy Tickets are available online HERE, over the phone on 0333 003 5935 and in-Store at Robin Park Arena (open 10am-4pm Monday-Saturday). Please note that the DW Stadium Ticket Office is not selling any tickets for the Final. Tickets for the Final are available online via Ticketmaster and all tickets bought online and via telephone are subject to a £3 booking fee per transaction (NB this is per transaction and not per ticket). Tickets bought online will be digital tickets that will be issued this week. Supporters will need a current email address when registering online or contacting the sales team at Ticketmaster to receive tickets. Tickets will go off sale in-Store at 4pm on Thursday 26th May and will then go offline on Ticketmaster at 12pm on Friday 27th May. Pay on the day Tickets will be available to buy on the day of the game too from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Ticket Office – located in the North West Corner of the stadium bowl. Stadium Guide Provided by Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, please click HERE for the Stadium Guide. How to follow Watch Live Saturday’s Challenge Cup Final will be shown live on BBC One. Coverage starts from 2pm with pre-match build up ahead of the 3pm kick off. Listen Live Listen to free audio commentary of Wigan Warriors v Huddersfield Giants from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for the Betfred Challenge Cup Final. Our regular commentary team of Joe Mills and Bilko (Andrew Rimmer) will bring you full commentary, with coverage starting 10 minutes before kick-off (2:50pm). How to listen Head to our Mixlr page by clicking HERE. Alternatively, you can simply use the pop out player below. WiganTV is on Mixlr Wigan TV Highlights and match reaction will be available on Wigan TV following the result. Not a subscriber? Find out more HERE. Social Media As an alternative to following the game, Wigan fans can keep up-to-date with every piece of the action via our social media channels and website, Twitter (@WiganWarriorsRL) – live game updates and reaction at the final hooter.Instagram (@wiganwarriorsrl) – behind-the-scenes action, both before and after kick off.Facebook (Wigan Warriors) – live matchday information and reaction.Website (www.wiganwarriors.com) – post-match reaction including match report, and Head Coach and players reaction. The post Match Preview: Challenge Cup Final appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article

Warriors squad named for Saturday’s Betfred Challenge Cup Final against Huddersfield Giants.Head Coach Matt Peet has named his squad as the Warriors prepare for the final.Wigan Warriors v Huddersfield Giants, Saturday 28th May, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, 3pm K.O. Matt Peet has named his Wigan Warriors squad for Saturday’s Betfred Challenge Cup Final against Huddersfield Giants. Held for the first time at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the Warriors prepare to take on Huddersfield Giants, with the winner lifting the Betfred Challenge Cup Trophy. Team News Matt Peet has named his Final squad on Thursday afternoon with two changes from last week. Sam Halsall and Matty Nicholson come out of the squad, as Tommy Leuluai and Kaide Ellis come in. Sam Powell will serve the final of his six-match suspension. Wigan squad to face Huddersfield: The post Wigan squad for Challenge Cup Final appeared first on Wigan Warriors Blog. View the full article