Warrington Wolves posted a match report after their 34‑28 triumph over Hull KR in the rescheduled Super League round‑two fixture held at Sewell Group Craven Park. The game, originally postponed 22 rounds earlier because the Hull KR side were on a trip to Las Vegas, finally took place and proved to be a decisive moment for Sam Burgess’s Wolves, who now sit just two points behind the league‑top team. For the hosts, the most noteworthy storyline was the return of Mikey Lewis.
Lewis had served a four‑match suspension during which Hull KR won every game, but his comeback was marred by a sin‑bin offence. The young half‑back was shown a yellow card for a dangerous tackle on Warrington kicker Ewan Irwin.
Burgess described the challenge as “dangerous” and warned that, in the NRL, such a tackle would likely attract a much harsher sanction. He added that Irwin was fortunate to walk away from the incident without serious injury.
Hull KR entered the match with a 14‑10 lead at halftime, thanks to a penalty from Rhyse Martin and converted tries from Lewis and Karl Lawton. The Wolves, however, were able to claw back into the contest before the break when Albert Hopoate missed a conversion and James Bentley crossed the line, narrowing the deficit to four points. The second half belonged to Warrington. Prop Toafoa Sipley opened the scoring after the restart, diving over from a few metres out following a crisp pass from Danny Walker.
Irwin added the conversion, putting the Wolves ahead. The momentum continued as Liam Byrne, George Williams, and Albert Hopoate all found the try line, extending the lead to double‑digit territory. Late‑stage scores from Dean Hadley and Tevita Pangai Jr served only as consolation for the Robins, who could not recover from the surge.
Hull KR’s early advantage came from a penalty goal by Martin after Warrington were penalised for a high tackle on French play‑maker Arthur Mourgue. The Robins then suffered a series of handling errors, dropping the ball twice and conceding another penalty. Warrington capitalised on the opposition’s mistakes, forcing three repeat sets and eventually breaking the deadlock when Hopoate slipped the ball into the corner after a sweeping move across the field at the 18‑minute mark. Ewan Irwin missed the conversion, but the Wolves continued to apply pressure.
When Hull KR gave away a penalty for holding down, England captain George Williams delivered a clean pass to James Bentley, who sprinted over for a close‑range try. Irwin successfully kicked the extras this time, pushing the score to 10‑2 in favour of Warrington. The Robins fought back before the interval.
Lewis, fresh from his suspension, was the first to score on his return, grounding the ball after a well‑timed kick from Jez Litten that split the defense. A minute later, Lawton powered over, with both tries converted by Mourgue, giving Hull KR a 14‑10 lead at the break.
The second half opened dramatically when Sipley powered over from a short distance after a smart pass from Walker, and Irwin’s conversion restored the Wolves’ lead. At the 50‑minute mark, Mourgue levelled the scores with a penalty goal, leaving the contest finely balanced at a pivotal stage.
Tensions rose as a scuffle broke out involving players from both sides. The incident was quickly followed by a crucial penalty against Hull KR when Mourgue was penalised for a needless block on Walker as his team were retreating from their own try line. Irwin slotted the ensuing penalty, nudging Warrington back into a two‑point advantage.
Soon after, Lewis kicked the ball out on the full for the second time, handing Warrington a golden opportunity. Liam Byrne exploited the turnover, breaking through the defensive line and touching down for a converted try that stretched the Wolves’ lead to eight points heading into the final quarter. From there, the match turned into a one‑way street for Warrington. George Williams, who would later be named player of the match, darted inside Jez Litten to score, then produced a brilliant kick that Albert Hopoate finished with aplomb, further widening the gap.
Late‑stage consolation tries from Dean Hadley and Tevita Pangai Jr added a few points for Hull KR, but they were insufficient to change the outcome. In post‑match interviews, George Williams praised his teammate Mikey Lewis, describing him as “a quiet lad” who sometimes makes mistakes but remains one of the competition’s top talents.
He urged supporters to give Lewis a supportive arm during his disciplinary issues. Warrington head coach Sam Burgess expressed satisfaction with his squad’s performance, acknowledging that the team did not have everything their way in the first half but lauded their resilience, physicality, and collective effort in the second half.
He admitted the scoreline did not fully reflect the balance of play in either half but highlighted the Wolves’ dominance in key areas. Hull KR coach Willie Peters, speaking to Sky Sports, admitted the second half was difficult to watch, citing moments that the team would rather forget. He expressed disappointment with the defensive lapses that led to the tries conceded and praised Warrington’s quality while noting that his side had shown bravery and could have suffered a worse defeat. Peters said he would review the incident involving Mikey Lewis to determine its severity.
The match also featured several promotional notes, reminding viewers to use the Chrome browser for an optimal video player experience, inviting fans to stream Super League matches, purchase tickets, and follow the latest league table. Sky Sports confirmed it will broadcast every Super League game live this season, with two matches each round shown exclusively live and the remaining fixtures available on Sky Sports+. Overall, the 34‑28 victory not only secured three points for Warrington but also moved them within striking distance of the league leaders, underscoring their ambition to challenge for the title as the season progresses.