RL Today: Percival impresses Woolf, Newman receives boost & Blair on role change
A wrap up of the latest news in rugby league.
What’s on site
Gavin Henson enjoying physicality of rugby league after crossing codes.
Warrington announce 2021 squad numbers.
Super League confirms opening round games, Magic Weekend details and Grand Final date.
Leeds youngster Jack Broadbent signs new deal.
Gavin Henson could make rugby league debut in Challenge Cup against Widnes.
What’s in the papers
Warrington humbled to keep training in lockdown, reports Warrington Guardian.
Kristian Woolf impressed with Mark Percival’s approach after tough 2020, reports St Helens Star.
Cheyse Blair enjoying change of role at Grand Final hopefuls Castleford, reports Yorkshire Evening Post.
Jordan Abdull fitness update as Hull KR take pre-season break, reports Hull Live.
Huddersfield’s Michael Lawrence says it is a perfect 10, reports The Yorkshire Post.
What’s on social
The Challenge Cup first and second round draws were made last night…
🏆 The fixtures for Round 2⃣ of the 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟏 @Betfred #ChallengeCup were also confirmed… pic.twitter.com/6VpV79x2Ih
— Betfred Challenge Cup (@TheChallengeCup) February 11, 2021
Greg Inglis will wear number three for Warrington this season.
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👉 https://t.co/WF4j6balht pic.twitter.com/hN5sSYVLED
— Warrington Wolves (@WarringtonRLFC) February 11, 2021
A huge boost for Harry Newman and Leeds!
Leeds Rhinos centre Harry Newman was given a major boost this week when he was able to run for the first time since his double leg break last season.
➡ Watch in full here https://t.co/PEAmUXF1fA pic.twitter.com/HzqUXkdVF8— Leeds Rhinos (@leedsrhinos) February 11, 2021
What’s on TV/Radio
Games from the French Elite Championship are being streamed live every weekend.
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
Hull coach Brett Hodgson turns 43 today.
Also celebrating; Salford forward Greg Burke (28), Lebanon international Bilal Maarbani (23) and former Hull back Wade McKinnon (40).
Trivia
Kevin Sinfield holds the record for most Super League points, with 3,443 to his name for Leeds between 1997-2015.
Rugby League Nostalgia is here! Get involved with Love Rugby League’s new group on Facebook to share all your rugby league nostalgia and celebrate the rich heritage of our sport.