Bevan French fulfils late mother’s wish by helping Wigan to Challenge Cup glory
Bevan French fulfilled a wish from his dying mother by helping Wigan bring home the Challenge Cup for a record-extending 20th time.
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Thomas Leuluai ‘lived like a nun for three weeks’ to be fit for Challenge Cup
Wigan captain Thomas Leuluai says he “lived like a nun for three weeks” in a bid to be fit for the Betfred Challenge Cup final.
Late Challenge Cup triumph not sinking in for victorious Wigan coach Matt Peet
Wigan head coach Matt Peet admitted his side’s Challenge Cup triumph “hasn’t sunk in” after winger Liam Marshall’s late try helped clinch a 16-14 win against Huddersfield.
Wigan snatch Challenge Cup glory from Huddersfield with late Liam Marshall try
A try four minutes from the end by winger Liam Marshall broke Huddersfield hearts and helped Wigan clinch a record-extending 20th Challenge Cup triumph to deliver a major trophy in Matt Peet’s first season as head coach.
Leeds to wear kit designed by Rob Burrow’s children
Leeds have revealed a new-look limited edition kit that has been designed by Rob Burrow’s three children and will be worn by the Rhinos at the Dacia Magic Weekend at St James’ Park, Newcastle.
James Child believes coming out has made him a better referee
It will be a proud family occasion for James Child when he takes charge of his first Challenge Cup final on Saturday as he revealed coming out has made him a better referee.
Looking back: The Queen’s coronation and Huddersfield won the Challenge Cup
In the early part of 1953, Britain remained in the grip of post-war greyness. An elderly Winston Churchill was still Prime Minister and rationing remained for staple foodstuffs such as sugar, eggs and sausages.
Martin Offiah believes stars could be aligned for Wigan in Challenge Cup final
Martin Offiah believes the stars could be aligned for Wigan going into Saturday’s Betfred Challenge Cup final against Huddersfield at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.