Rugby League Today: Holbrook handling, Griffin wins case, Symonds released
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What’s on site
St Helens proved they aren’t a one-man team as they beat Hull FC 26-12 without Ben Barba. We have all the details right here…
St Helens coach Justin Holbrook said his team handled Ben Barba’s absence in great fashion as they beat Hull FC.
Hull FC coach Lee Radford said his side were busted following their third game in seven days.
Our preview for round 10 of the Betfred Championship is now on site. London are looking to bounce back after Easter wobble…
Former Bradford coach Geoff Toovey has tossed his hat into the ring to coach the New Zealand national side.
Former Featherstone prop Darrell Griffin has won his case for unfair dismissal against the club.
Wakefield half-back Jacob Miller has signed a new four-and-a-half year deal with the club.
Huddersfield have released back-rower Tom Symonds by mutual consent.
What’s in the papers
James Roby talks Saints’ resurgence, the influence of Justin Holbrook and the brilliance of Ben Barba with The Mirror.
Zeb Taia and Mark Percival inspire St Helens to win against Hull FC, report The Guardian.
St Helens star Jon Wilkin says Robert Elstone is the man to save rugby league, claim the Daily Star.
Lee Radford gives Hull FC injury update after loss to ‘better side’ St Helens, report Hull Daily Mail.
Warrington Wolves will avoid complacency despite good form, suggest Warrington Guardian.
What’s on social
Fair play to St Helens for spreading awareness of autism with their 2018 Magic Weekend shirt!
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RT for awareness#saintsandproud #autismawareness pic.twitter.com/5Hi0vYckqf
— St.Helens R.F.C. (@Saints1890) April 6, 2018
A lovely view over the Totally Wicked Stadium last night…
Can we believe? Is summer rugby actually here? ??#SLStHHul pic.twitter.com/rRWSaXlpKx
— Betfred Super League (@SuperLeague) April 6, 2018
It’s fair to say Hull FC have been hit by quite a few injuries recently…
Very tough end to a Easter period, fair play to Saints can tell why they're top of the League. Great support from the travelling fans. Time to rest up. #backrowtowinginaweek
— Josh Griffin (@joshogriffo) April 6, 2018
What’s on TV/Radio
LIVE NRL: Wests Tigers v Melbourne Storm – 6.00am, Sky Sports Arena
LIVE Betfred Super League: Salford Red Devils v Warrington Wolves – 3.10pm, Sky Sports Arena
LIVE Betfred Super League: Catalans Dragons v Wigan Warriors – 5.10pm, Sky Sports Arena
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