Warrington continued their impressive run in the Betfred Super League, registering a fifth straight victory by overcoming Huddersfield Giants 34‑24 at the Halliwell Jones Stadium. The match began with Huddersfield taking an early lead when Sam Halsall collected a loose ball and dived over for a try, although George Flanagan missed the subsequent conversion. Warrington responded swiftly; Danny Walker crossed the line to level the scores, and Leon Hayes added the conversion.
The Wire soon seized the initiative, with Leon Hayes further extending the lead by slotting another successful kick. The turning point arrived in the 28th minute when James Bentley capitalised on a rapid off‑load from James Harrison, diving over for a try. Just two minutes later, Sam Powell followed suit, grounding the ball in the corner. Hayes was flawless from the tee, converting both of those scores and pushing Warrington further ahead.
The pressure continued to mount as George Williams finished a sweeping move down the left flank, bringing the half‑time score to a commanding 22‑4 in favour of the home side. The second half opened with Huddersfield trying to claw back into contention. Sam Halsall, determined to make an impact, secured his second try of the afternoon by catching Adam Clune’s high kick and grounding it near the posts.
Flanagan added the conversion, narrowing the deficit. However, Warrington’s resilience shone through when Arron Lindop struck back with a try of his own, and Hayes added a penalty goal to stretch the margin once more.
Huddersfield refused to surrender, with Sam Hewitt crossing for a try that was duly converted, and Connor Wrench adding a corner‑touchdown that trimmed the lead further. The contest remained lively, but the final ten minutes saw Warrington seal the outcome.
Matty Ashton powered over for a try, and Hayes’s reliable boot added the extra points. The Giants battled until the very end, with Jacob Gagai crossing for Huddersfield’s fifth try in the closing stages, but the result was already decided. In a separate fixture, Leeds reclaimed the top spot in the Super League after delivering a dominant 66‑16 demolition of York Knights at the LNER Community Stadium. The Rhinos displayed a relentless attacking display, with Riley Lumb leading the charge by scoring three tries.
Chris Hankinson contributed two tries of his own and successfully kicked four conversions, helping Leeds to surge ahead of Wigan on the league table. Leeds’ try‑scoring roster was extensive: Kallum Watkins, Mikolaj Oledzki, Lachie Miller, Matt Lodge, Ryan Hall, Brodie Croft and Ash Handley all found the line.
Jake Connor added four conversions, while Miller chipped in with an additional goal. York managed to avoid a shut‑out thanks to points from Sam Wood, Jon Bennison—who also converted two of Leeds’ tries—and David Nofoaluma. Lumb’s opening try came early, after a brief review confirmed his grounding in the corner. He then demonstrated his athleticism by scoring a second try just five minutes later, completing an acrobatic finish.
Leeds built an imposing 36‑0 lead by halftime, thanks in part to Hankinson’s first try, which was set up by Lumb’s earlier effort. Shortly after the break, Watkins added his own try, Oledzki powered over from close range, and Miller finished a superb passing move from Cameron Smith. Matt Lodge celebrated his debut try just two minutes into the second half, while York finally got on the scoreboard when Wood crossed. Leeds, however, responded immediately; Hall scored, and Lumb completed his hat‑trick shortly thereafter.
Lumb’s fourth try came four minutes after the hour mark, cementing his status as the evening’s standout scorer. The Rhinos continued to pile on the points, with Bennison and Nofoaluma each adding a try for York, but those scores were merely consolation in a one‑sided affair.
Both matches highlighted the depth and attacking flair present in the Super League as the season edges toward the play‑offs. Warrington’s ability to absorb early pressure and respond with decisive scoring runs underlines their championship credentials, while Leeds’ comprehensive victory showcases a squad capable of overwhelming opponents with a blend of power, speed, and precision kicking.
Fans can look forward to an exciting run‑in to the post‑season, with both clubs now firmly positioned as contenders for the title.