Jake Connor was the standout performer as the Super League leaders Leeds Rhinos unleashed a torrent of points, scoring eight tries in a commanding 46-0 victory over Toulouse Olympique. The win not only highlighted Leeds' attacking prowess but also kept Wigan Warriors within striking distance of the top spot, as they secured a 20-8 triumph over Leigh Leopards, leaving them just two points behind the leaders. Connor was directly involved in the majority of Leeds' scoring, crossing the line twice and successfully kicking seven conversions.
His early impact set the tone for the match, even though Toulouse briefly thought they might get back into the game when Ned McCormack had a try ruled out for a knock‑on. That decision proved to be only a fleeting reprieve for the French side, who endured a night of relentless pressure.
The opening salvo came twelve minutes into the first half when Connor exploited a gap created by teammate Riley Lumb to score the Rhinos' first try. Just moments later, he displayed vision and flair by delivering a no‑look pass to Mikolaj Oledzki, who finished the move for Leeds' second try. As the half‑time whistle approached, Tom Holroyd added a third try, capitalising on an off‑load from Presley Cassell that sliced through the Toulouse defence.
Leeds continued their onslaught after the break. Four minutes into the second half, James McDonnell found a seam and dived over for another try. Near the hour mark, the ball was shifted quickly from wing to wing, allowing Harry Newman to dive into the corner and touch down. Connor, who had missed his first conversion of the night, redeemed himself shortly thereafter by scoring his second try, snatching a high ball and grounding it firmly in the in‑goal area.
The final minutes saw Leeds maintain relentless pressure, with Brodie Croft and Riley Lumb each adding late tries to stretch the margin even further. The 46‑0 scoreline was a testament to Leeds' clinical execution, defensive solidity, and the leadership of Connor, who finished the game with a personal haul of two tries and seven successful kicks.
In the other headline fixture, Wigan Warriors recorded their tenth consecutive win across all competitions, beating local rivals Leigh Leopards 20-8. The match was a high‑tempo affair from the outset, with Leigh's Adam Cook opening the scoring after nine minutes by slotting a penalty following an infringement in front of the posts by Umyla Hanley. Leigh attempted to stay within touching distance, employing a physical defensive line to repel Wigan's early advances.
However, a pivotal moment arrived when Jake Wardle broke through his own defensive line and passed to Liam Marshall, who sprinted almost the full length of the field to score in the corner. The try was subsequently disallowed after a video review showed Wardle had pushed Hanley, and Cook elected to take the penalty kick, extending Leigh's lead to eight points. Leigh's defence, which had been impressive for much of the first half, collapsed just before the break. Wigan's Field capitalised on a penalty deep in his own half, bursting through the Leopards' line and sprinting to the posts for a try that gave the Warriors a crucial lead heading into halftime.
The second half saw Wigan tighten their grip on the game. After a brief period of back‑and‑forth play, Harry Smith's accurate kick reduced Leigh's deficit further. Four minutes later, the visitors seized the lead when Jack Hughes attempted an extra pass, which was intercepted by Noah Hodkinson.
Hodkinson quickly found Bevan French, who powered over the line beneath the posts for Wigan's second try. Leigh's coach Adrian Lam watched his side's fortunes dwindle as another handling error in the 51st minute was punished. Zach Eckersley intercepted a loose pass and raced to the try line, giving Wigan a comfortable cushion.
The Warriors capitalised on another Leopards mistake shortly after, with Eckersley delivering a pinpoint pass to Hodkinson, who crossed for a fourth try in the corner. Despite a valiant effort, Leigh could not recover, and Wigan maintained a six‑point advantage, handing the Leopards their first loss in six games.
The victory solidified Wigan's position near the top of the table and kept the championship race very much alive. Elsewhere on Friday, Joe Burgess of Hull KR celebrated a personal milestone, reaching 200 career tries as he scored twice in the club's 40-16 demolition of the Bradford Bulls. Hull KR entered halftime with a 16-10 lead and extended it in the second half through tries from Jez Litten, Tom Davies and Elliot Minchella, propelling the reigning champions into the top four. The weekend's schedule also featured a tightly contested match between Huddersfield Giants and Hull FC on Thursday, which ended 22-16 in favour of the Giants.
The following day, the results listed were: Hull KR 40-16 Bradford Bulls, Leeds Rhinos 46-0 Toulouse Olympique, and Leigh Leopards 8-20 Wigan Warriors. Looking ahead, the Super League continues to deliver a packed program. On Saturday, August 1, fans can anticipate three key fixtures: Castleford Tigers versus Warrington Wolves at 3 p.m., York Knights taking on St Helens at 5.30 p.m., and Catalans Dragons meeting Wakefield Trinity at 8 p.m. For supporters who wish to follow every match live, Sky Sports holds the broadcasting rights for the entire Super League season.
Two games each round are shown exclusively on the main Sky Sports channel, while the remaining five fixtures are streamed via Sky Sports+. Overall, Leeds' dominant display against Toulouse and Wigan's steady climb up the ladder underscore the competitive intensity of this season's Super League, promising an exciting run‑in to the playoffs as teams vie for the coveted title.