Wigan Warriors Women continued their flawless season by overwhelming Leeds Rhinos Women with a nine‑try, 50‑6 victory at the historic MT Headingley Stadium during the Super Fours round of the Women’s Super League. The result not only cemented Wigan’s perfect record this campaign – eight wins from eight matches – but also marked their twelfth consecutive triumph across all competitions, underscoring the gap between the two sides.
From the opening whistle, Wigan made it clear they were the favourites. Within three minutes, Meg Williams powered over from close range, breaking through the Leeds defensive line and setting the tone for what would become a relentless on‑field assault. Izzy Rowe was quick to add the extra points, and the early scoreline began to climb.
By the time the first fifteen minutes had elapsed, Wigan were already 18‑0 ahead, with two more tries from Rowe herself and a further contribution from Mary Coleman, both of which were successfully converted by Rowe. Leeds managed to get on the board before the half‑hour mark when Ruby Bruce crossed for a try that was also converted, trimming the deficit to 24‑6.
However, the home side’s consolation was merely a footnote in a match that was being dominated from start to finish. The second try for Wigan came from a swift 90‑metre sprint by Anna Davies, who received a pinpoint pass from Rowe and sprinted the length of the field to score his second try of the half. By the time the first half concluded, the scoreboard read 34‑6 in favour of Wigan, a lead that seemed insurmountable.
The second half saw Leeds attempt to claw back into the contest, but Wigan’s attacking fluency was too much to contain. Ellise Derbyshire added the seventh try for the visitors, followed by a powerful effort from reigning Woman of Steel, Ruby Hunter, who used her strength to break through the tired Leeds defence.
Rowe continued her perfect conversion record, taking the score to 44‑6. The momentum was still with Wigan when Izzy Rowe herself crossed for her third try, pushing the total past the fifty‑point mark after a successful conversion by the No 7.
A brief moment of drama unfolded when Leeds’ Lucie Sams was shown a yellow card for a high tackle, leaving her side a man down for ten minutes. During that interval, the home crowd enjoyed a brief cheer as Connie Boyd capitalised on a dummy and found a gap to score the only try for Leeds after the break, making the final tally 50‑6.
Wigan’s victory not only secured the League Leaders’ Shield for a second consecutive season but also guaranteed them a direct entry into the Grand Final, which will be hosted at their own Brick Community Stadium on Sunday, 27 September. The final will be broadcast live on Sky Sports with a 5.30 pm kickoff.
Their opponent will be determined on 18 September, when the second‑ and third‑placed teams clash in the semi‑final. The Grand Final will be part of a double‑header, preceding the Women’s Championship promotion play‑off final, which pits the Championship winners against the fourth‑placed team from the BWSL Shield competition.
The match also featured a number of notable storylines beyond the scoreline. Wigan’s captain, Liam Farrell, has been the subject of recent media attention as he announced his intention to retire at the end of the 2026 season, reflecting on a career filled with personal milestones and team successes. Meanwhile, discussions continue around how St Helens have allowed early Super League triumphs to devolve into long‑term stagnation, a narrative that was echoed in post‑match analysis.
In summary, the Wigan Warriors Women displayed a blend of power, speed, and precision that left Leeds with little chance to recover. Their eight‑match winning streak this season, combined with a twelve‑match run overall, highlights a squad that is both deep in talent and disciplined in execution. As the league moves toward its climax, Wigan’s flawless record positions them as the team to beat, and the upcoming Grand Final promises to be a showcase of the very best women’s rugby league has to offer.