ANOTHER week of pre-season friendlies and 1895 Cup fixtures down and there were a number of interesting results that we witnessed.
On Saturday evening, Warrington Wolves hosted Leigh Leopards in what was Joe Philbin’s testimonial game. However, things didn’t exactly go to plan for Sam Burgess’ side, with the visitors taking home a 28-12 win.
Elsewhere on Saturday, Catalans Dragons took on an All Stars Elite One side, with the former running out 88-6 winners.
Wind the clock forward to Sunday and Wigan Warriors travelled to Hull FC for Scott Taylor’s testimonial. Again, though, the testimonial went awry, with Wigan thumping Hull 40-0.
St Helens also enjoyed an impressive day out, thrashing Salford Red Devils 52-10, whilst Leeds Rhinos ran out 26-18 winners in James Donaldson’s testimonial against Hull KR.
Meanwhile, Castleford Tigers ensured they made it a special day for Paul McShane in his testimonial, beating Huddersfield Giants 20-14 whilst London Broncos drew to League One Oldham.
Pre-season full-time scores
Warrington Wolves 12-28 Leigh Leopards
Catalans Dragons 88-6 All Star Elite One
Hull FC 0-40 Wigan Warriors
St Helens 52-10 Salford Red Devils
Leeds Rhinos 26-18 Hull KR
Castleford Tigers 20-14 Huddersfield Giants
Oldham 18-18 London Broncos
1895 Cup full-time scores
Whitehaven 12-18 Barrow Raiders
Dewsbury Rams 4-40 Bradford Bulls
York Knights 4-40 Wakefield Trinity
Rochdale Hornets 12-46 Halifax Panthers
Batley Bulldogs 15-14 Featherstone Rovers
Swinton Lions 18-6 Widnes Vikings
Doncaster 18-22 Sheffield Eagles
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