RL Today: Bateman’s classy touch, wonderful Welsby & Richardson back for Castleford
Jack Welsby in action for St Helens
A wrap up of the latest news in rugby league.
What’s on site
Hull KR 0-25 St Helens: Champions win clash of Mose Masoe’s former clubs.
Wigan 34-6 Wakefield: Jake Bibby hat-trick as Warriors run away in second half.
Chris Chester frustrated that high tackle on Tom Johnstone went unpunished.
Leigh confirm Ben Reynolds signing.
Championship 2021 Season Previews, video verdicts & squad lists.
What’s in the papers
John Bateman auctions boots for Mose Masoe, reports Wigan Today.
Adrian Lam hails Liam Farrell and Jake Bibby after commanding Wigan win over Wakefield, reports Manchester Evening News.
Castleford derby is great test for Leeds’ youngsters says Richie Myler, reports Yorkshire Evening Post.
Danny Richardson to return for Castleford against Leeds, reports The Yorkshire Post.
Hull FC squad news as Brett Hodgson makes one change following Josh Bowden’s injury, reports Hull Live.
What’s on social
Some player is Jack Welsby.
Wonderful Welsby ball 👌 Grace has his second 😍
Saints in control live on @SkySportsRL 👏#SuperLeague #SLHKRStH pic.twitter.com/bfb1tMgYbn
— Betfred Super League (@SuperLeague) April 1, 2021
We hope everyone is enjoying our new graphics!
Predictions? 🔮 #rugbyleague pic.twitter.com/30vRgRdEY5
— Love Rugby League (@loverugbyleague) April 1, 2021
Classy touch from John Bateman.
— John Bateman (@johnbateman1) April 1, 2021
What’s on TV/Radio
LIVE NRL: Melbourne Storm v Brisbane Broncos – Sky Sports Arena (10:05am)
LIVE SL: Warrington v Leigh – Sky Sports Main Event & Arena (12:45pm)
LIVE SL: Leeds v Castleford – Sky Sports Main Event & Arena (3pm)
LIVE CHAMP: Halifax v London Broncos – Our League PPV (5pm)
LIVE CHAMP: Oldham v Swinton – Our League PPV (5:15pm)
LIVE CHAMP: Featherstone v Batley – Our League PPV (7:45pm)
Sky Sports’ Golden Point podcast is available to download now.
The latest Forty20 LIVE podcast is out now.
The latest 5 Live Rugby League Podcast is out now, hosted by Dave Woods.
Birthdays
Former Wales coach Clive Griffiths turns 67 today.
Also celebrating; Carcassonne prop Mickael Simon (34), Huddersfield forward Joe Greenwood (28) and Avignon prop Pat Moran (23).
Trivia
Paul Aiton, Stanley Gene and John Wilshere have the most caps for Papua New Guinea, with 16 each.
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