Wigan clinch 24-18 win at Warrington

Wigan Warriors rally to beat Warrington Wolves 24-18 away, keeping pressure on Hull KR in the title race.

Wigan edge Warrington 24-18 to dent playoff bid

Wigan Warriors rallied to beat Warrington Wolves 24-18 away, setting up a crunch clash with Hull KR. The Wire led 8-6 at halftime but errors and vulnerability under the high ball allowed Wigan to control the second half with three tries.

Wigan’s win keeps them in second place, two points behind Hull KR for the League Leaders' Shield, with the gap potentially extending to four if Hull KR beat Castleford on Saturday. Warrington’s playoff hopes take a hit as they fail to close the gap.

After the break, Wigan shifted tempo and attack, using quick distribution and strong carries to break Warrington's lines. Warrington's defensive lapses on high balls cost them the game and reflect a broader issue for the team this season.

The race for the league leaders shield remains open with Hull KR and Wigan still in range. Depth, discipline and late-game execution will decide who sustains the push for silverware, while Warrington must reset quickly to stay in playoff contention.

Highlights

The season keeps mutating as each round reshapes the table.