Rugby League Today: Sene-Lefao tribute, York linked with Ellis & Hull KR, Leeds in play-offs

Drew Darbyshire
Jesse Sene-Lefao in action for Castleford

A wrap up of the latest news in rugby league…

What’s on site

Castleford 24-40 Warrington: Daryl Powell’s tenure as Tigers coach ends in defeat.

Krisnan Inu set to leave Salford after posting farewell message.

Host of northern hemisphere international matches announced this autumn.

Ryan Hall extends his time at Hull KR.

Overwhelmed Tee Ritson relishing Championship challenge with Barrow.

What’s in the papers

Martin Taupau revelation leaves Super League clubs on alert over potential move. (Yorkshire Live)

Fear of finishing driving Hull KR as they aim to keep season alive. (Hull Daily Mail)

How Tony Smith has helped transform fortunes at Hull KR. (The Yorkshire Post)

York set sights on Super League half-back Jamie Ellis. (Yorkshire Live)

Leeds secure play-off place but Richard Agar insists Hull KR clash is still a must-win. (Yorkshire Evening Post)

What’s on social

What a front gate that is!

Quality tweeting from Barrow half-back Jamie Dallimore.

A nice tribute for Jesse Sene-Lefao.

 

What’s on TV/Radio

LIVE NRL: Manly Sea Eagles v Sydney Roosters (10:50am) – Sky Sports Arena

LIVE SL: Leeds v Hull KR (7:45pm) – Sky Sports Arena

Birthdays

Former France coach Tas Baitieri, the father of Jason, turns 63 today (September 17).

Also celebrating; Papua New Guinea international Willie Minoga (34), former Featherstone hooker Cameron King (30), Ireland international Joe Keyes (26) and York hooker Will Jubb (25).

Trivia

Salford forward Jack Ormondroyd needs one appearance to reach 150 for his career.

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