RL Today: Warrington release statement following form & Paul Rowley responds to Wilkin
Warrington release statement following recent form
Warrington Wolves have released a statement on social media following their recent form.
Daryl Powell’s side travel to the DW Stadium to face Wigan on Friday night with just seven wins so far in 2022.
Your incredible support is needed now more than ever 🟡🔵
Now the Wire! 🐺 pic.twitter.com/RsAgs5WbSg
— Warrington Wolves (@WarringtonRLFC) August 3, 2022
Regan Grace posts message following season-ending injury
Wales international Regan Grace has played his final game for St Helens following a season-ending injury sustained against Salford.
The winger will join French rugby union side Racing 92 upon the expiry of his contract this season.
The highs and lows of sport💔
I’m truly devastated that my season has come to an immediate end at @saints1890 after rupturing my Achilles on Sunday. I’m gutted I won’t be able to play my part for the team for the rest of the season. pic.twitter.com/3aOMH4pwPy
— Regan Grace (@ReganGrace5) August 3, 2022
Paul Rowley responds to Jon Wilkin
Salford head coach Paul Rowley has responded to Sky Sports pundit Jon Wilkin following his comments aimed at the Red Devils.
The former St Helens forward stated he didn’t believe Salford had the ‘minerals’ to make the play-offs this year. They have gone on to beat the likes of both Catalans and St Helens since.
🗣️"I just don't think they have the minerals to get it done"
– Sky Sports' Jon Wilkin on @SalfordDevils' play-off credentials in 2022.
📽️Paul Rowley responded earlier today on the Rugby League Verdict… pic.twitter.com/pMHQAcDKiT
— Sky Sports Rugby League (@SkySportsRL) August 3, 2022
Rochdale sign Warrington trio
Rochdale Hornets have announced the signings of Warrington’s Dan Brewin, Tom Whitehead and Luke Thomas.
The young trio join the League 1 club for the remainder of the season on loan.
Kevin Proctor update
Sacked NRL forward Kevin Proctor will NOT be heading to Salford for the 2023 campaign. (Examiner Live)
The Reds have been strongly linked with the New Zealand international for some time.
Ben Tibbs signs new Halifax contract
Ben Tibbs has signed a new two-year deal with Championship side Halifax Panthers. The new deal will keep him at The Shay until the end of the 2024 season.
The 21-year-old has scored 11 tries so far this season.
Birthdays
Former Canberra, Hull KR, Australia, New South Wales and Italy half-back Terry Campese turns 39 today (August 4).
Also celebrating: Ex-NRL and St Helens forward Iosia Soliola (37), former winger David Williams (37), former Wakefield and Bradford utility Lucas Walshaw (31), York City Knights prop Pauli Pauli (29), Wigan’s Kaide Ellis (27), Leigh back-rower Sam Stone (26) and Germany international Brad Billsborough (25).
Trivia
Quentin Laulu-Togaga’e needs two appearances to reach 300 for his career.