The interesting record Wire extended by beating Leigh
They did just that and in doing so, they made it a fifth victory in a row at the home ground of neighbours St Helens encompassing two cup semi-finals and three trips to face Saints.
Not only that, but they also kept up an interesting record they have over vanquished opponents Leigh Leopards, whom they beat 21-14 to book a Wembley date with Hull KR on June 7.
The result means Warrington have still never lost to Leigh on neutral ground – a record stretching all the way back to 1901.
That year, the sides drew 0-0 in Wigan in the South West Lancashire and Border Towns Cup Final – and a replay never took place.
They then met in London in 1955, when Loftus Road hosted the ITV Television final which The Wire won 43-18.
Much closer was the 1982 meeting in a Premiership Trophy first round replay, which was due to be held at Wilderspool until the main stand was destroyed by fire to render the ground temporarily unusable.
The tie was switched to Wigan's Central Park, with Warrington running out 10-9 winners.
Finally, the two sides met at the Totally Wicked Stadium in 2021 when Super League rounds were being played behind closed doors at various grounds due to Covid restrictions. Warrington were 44-12 winners that day.
Many thanks to 'Stanski' for his research on this piece
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
New York Post
9 hours ago
- New York Post
What Alica Schmidt, ‘world's sexiest athlete,' took away in 'tough' season
The 2025 season was not the year German track and field athlete Alica Schmidt envisioned, 'but it was definitely the one' she needed. Reflecting on the past season of competitions, Schmidt — who has been dubbed the 'world's sexiest athlete' over the years — spoke about the hurdles she encountered, including a bout with COVID-19 in the lead up to this past weekend's German Championships. 'This season really put me to the test this year. Tough races, lots of lessons, and a whole lot of growth. It wasn't the season I was hoping for, but it was definitely the one I needed,' Schmidt began on Instagram. 4 Alica Schmidt reflected on the past season and lessons learned in a new Instagram post. Instagram 'Unfortunately I caught Covid a few days before Nationals, so I wasn't able to show up at my best, definitely frustrating.' Schmidt, who competed in Saturday's 800-meter event but failed to qualify for the final, then touched upon the greatest lessons learned as she enters the latter half of the year. 'This year is about committing, learning, challenging and accepting,' she penned. 'Everything I need to learn on how to tackle the 800m.' 4 The track and field competitor, who has been dubbed the 'world's sexiest athlete,' battled COVID in the lead-up to the German Championships. Instagram Schmidt finished first in an 800-meter heat during the German Indoor Championships in February but placed fourth in the final. She also placed first as part of the SCC Berlin squad in a second final heat of the women's 4×200-meter relay short track at the German Indoor Championships. Looking ahead to 2026, Schmidt added how she's 'hoping to get my body 100% healthy again and squeeze in a few more races before shifting focus to 2026.' 4 Alica Schmidt, here in July 2022, took part in 800-meter competitions this year. REUTERS 'Still completely in love with the process,' she concluded the post. A social media juggernaut with 5.5 million Instagram followers, Schmidt's online reach has grown mightily in recent years, particularly during her 2024 Olympics run in Paris. Schmidt found herself at the center of headlines last August when a teammate seemingly shaded her over a rocky performance. She also failed to medal at the Games. 4 Alica Schmidt competed at the Paris Olympics last summer. Instagram Despite the drama, Schmidt walked away from Paris with her head held high. 'The Olympics are not just about winning medals. It's about being alongside inspiring athletes while competing at the highest level. Showing ambition, celebrating diversity and people no matter who they are and where they are from,' she said on social media. 'The past weeks were an emotional rollercoaster and I was able to learn a lot. As an athlete I am still not where I want to be and maybe I will never be. But the one thing that is for sure: I will never stop trying and figuring out ways to improve. I love taking you guys with me on this journey and hope to inspire young athletes and show how amazing this sport can be!'
USA Today
13 hours ago
- USA Today
49ers to sign former All-Big Ten offensive tackle
While quarterback is the most important position in football, the offensive line may be the most important position group in the sport because if they're not doing they're job, as a unit, it's hard to have success passing or running. So while the San Francisco 49ers seem to have their starting offensive line figured out for the 2025 season, they're still looking for more depth. On Sunday, they worked out three offensive tackles, including David Sharpe, D'Ante Smith and Isaiah Prince. After a successful workout, the 49ers are set to sign Prince, according to his agency, AMDG Sports. A corresponding move has yet to be announced for this reported transaction. Prince, 28, spent four seasons at Ohio State from 2015-18, earning All-Big Ten honors in his final two seasons with the Buckeyes before the Miami Dolphins took him in the sixth round (No. 202 overall) of the 2019 NFL draft. Miami waived Prince after four games as a rookie, and the Cincinnati Bengals claimed him off waivers. After opting out of the 2020 season during the COVID-19 pandemic, Prince returned to play in 15 games, starting four for the Bengals in 2021 and went on to start all four of their playoff games as well. Prince missed all of 2022 due to an injured elbow and has had stints with the Denver Broncos, Atlanta Falcons and Tennessee Titans over the last two years, playing just 29 offensive snaps and 10 special teams snaps in that time. Spencer Buford and Austen Pleasants have been working as San Francisco's primary backup tackles, and when Andre Dillard returns, he'll be another top option for one of those roles, so unless someone goes down with an injury, it feels like Prince will have to perform like a starter on the practice field and in preseason action to earn a spot on the roster. More 49ers: 49ers sign 30-TD WR, release sixth-year WR to open roster spot
Yahoo
15 hours ago
- Yahoo
Warrington Wolves debutant charged by Match Review Panel
RYAN Matterson has been handed a Match Review Panel charge following an incident during his debut for Warrington Wolves. The forward, who came off the bench against Leigh Leopards on Friday to make his first appearance since joining on loan from NRL side Parramatta Eels, has been hit with a Grade B charge of late contact on the passer for an incident during the first half which resulted in a penalty kicked by Leigh's Gareth O'Brien. As a result, three penalty points have been added to his record - and he was not the only player charged following Friday night's clash at Leigh Sports Village. Leopards centre Tesi Niu has also been pulled up for late contact on the passer, although his charge is a Grade A with one penalty point attached. In total, six players have been charged this week with a two-match ban triggered for Hull KR half-back Tyrone May after he was cited for questioning the integrity of a match official, with a Grade D charge issued. Match Review Panel charges, Super League Round 20 Tyrone May (Hull KR) – Opposition: Salford Red Devils – Grade D Questioning the Integrity of a Match Official – 2 match suspension – Penalty Points: 12 – Total Penalty Points: 13 Michael McIlorum (Hull KR) – Opposition: Salford Red Devils – Grade A Head Contact – Fine – Penalty Points: 1 – Total Penalty Points: 3.5 Matt Frawley (Huddersfield Giants) – Opposition: Hull FC – Grade B Head Contact – Fine – Penalty Points: 3 – Total Penalty Points: 3 Brodie Croft (Leeds Rhinos) – Opposition: Wakefield Trinity – Grade B Trip – Fine – Penalty Points: 3 – Total Penalty Points: 3 Ryan Matterson (Warrington Wolves) – Opposition: Leigh Leopards – Grade B Late contact on passer – Fine – Penalty Points: 3 – Total Penalty Points: 3 Tesi Niu (Leigh Leopards) – Opposition: Warrington Wolves – Grade A Late contact passer – No further action – Penalty Points: 1 – Total Penalty Points: 1
