RL Today: Takairangi doubtful for opener, Woolf-Marshall respect & West Wales gain exposure
Brad Takairangi is set to make his Hull KR debut
A wrap up of the latest news in rugby league.
What’s on site
Super League 2021 Preview: Video verdicts, squads, ins & outs.
Lee Mossop on his ambitions to represent England at this year’s World Cup.
French round-up: Rangi Chase considered France move as Avignon turn up heat in top four race.
James Roby picks out star performer for St Helens in pre-season.
Nathan Peats relishing Super League challenge with Leigh.
What’s in the papers
Leeds’ Emerald Headingley to host 2021 Women’s Super League Grand Final, reports Yorkshire Evening Post.
Brad Takairangi injury setback disrupts Hull KR’s best laid plans, reports The Yorkshire Post.
St Helens’ Kristian Woolf and Salford’s Richard Marshall respect, reports St Helens Star.
Hull FC’s Ligi Sao reveals the secret to a happy life – not taking his work home, reports The Sun.
Catalans Dragons ready to hand debut against Hull KR as Steve McNamara gives Israel Folau update, reports Hull Live.
What’s on social
It is good to see West Wales Raiders gained so much exposure following their Challenge Cup tie with Widnes.
☠️It’s been a busy couple of weeks here down in West Wales & it seems the interest is continuing to grow.
👏🏻Thank you all for the support so far during our short history.
💚TEULU RAIDERS💚 pic.twitter.com/4DfOwiPKWW
— West Wales Raiders (@WWRaidersRL) March 23, 2021
Make sure you give our interview with French Federation president Luc Lacoste a read if you haven’t done so already!
Really liked the idea of only paying 60-65% of wages on players; forces clubs to invest in other areas of the club which can only be good for long-term growth.https://t.co/eRFG9DN9FV
— James Gordon (@jdgsport) March 23, 2021
Free rugby league. What more could you want?
This is how the weekend looks. 😍
It’s live. It’s FREE. And we’re pumped. pic.twitter.com/f1Uk1NMsjr
— The Sportsman (@TheSportsman) March 23, 2021
What’s on TV/Radio
Rugby League Takeover – Sky Sports Arena (All day Mon-Fri)
NRL 360 – Sky Sports Arena (5pm)
NRL Try Time – Sky Sports Arena (6pm)
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
Australia, Queensland and Brisbane Broncos legend Darren Lockyer turns 44 today.
Also celebrating; former France international Frederic Banquet (45), ex-Bradford and Widnes prop Manase Manuokafoa (36) and Swinton winger Sam Grant (22).
Trivia
Australia have won the most World Cups, with 11 to their name.
Subscribe to The Final Hooter on Apple Podcasts and get involved with the free-to-play Fantasy Rugby League 2021.
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.