The Wigan Warriors women’s side delivered a commanding performance at the MT Headingley Stadium, overwhelming Leeds Rhinos women 50‑6 in the Super Fours round of the Women’s Super League. The result not only cemented Wigan's perfect record for the season—eight wins from eight matches—but also marked their twelfth consecutive victory across all competitions, underscoring their dominance as they head toward a potential back‑to‑back treble. From the opening whistle, Wigan made it clear they were the favourites.
Within three minutes, Meg Williams powered over from close range, breaking the deadlock and setting the tone for what would become a relentless on‑field assault. Izzy Rowe promptly added the conversion, and the early points piled up as the Warriors continued to exploit gaps in the Leeds defence.
The first half saw Wigan cross the try‑line six times. In addition to Williams’ double, Anna Davies contributed another pair of scores, while Ruby Hunter and Mary Coleman each added a try of their own. Rowe was flawless with the boot, converting four of those attempts and pushing the scoreboard to a 34‑6 lead at the break. Leeds managed a consolation try when Ruby Bruce powered over, but the margin was already too large for any realistic comeback.
After the interval, Wigan’s momentum did not falter. Ellise Derbyshire, Eva Hunter and Izzy Rowe each found the try‑line, extending the lead to an insurmountable 44‑6. A late sin‑bin for Leeds’ Lucie Sams, who received a ten‑minute suspension for a trip, gave the home side a brief window of opportunity. During that period, Connie Boyd capitalised on a dummy‑run and scored, providing Leeds with a final tally of six points.
The try was largely symbolic, as Wigan’s dominance was already evident. Throughout the match, Wigan’s attacking structure was exemplary. The Warriors combined swift ball movement with powerful running lines, allowing players like Davies to sprint the full length of the field for a 90‑metre try that left spectators in awe. Their defensive line, meanwhile, remained compact, limiting Leeds to only two scoring opportunities in the first half and a handful in the second.
Beyond the statistics, the game highlighted the depth of talent within the Wigan squad. Veteran play‑maker Izzy Rowe not only contributed a try but also kept her conversion rate perfect, a crucial factor in reaching the 50‑point milestone.
Meanwhile, the newly crowned Woman of Steel, Ruby Hunter, demonstrated why she earned the accolade, using her strength and agility to break tackles and finish moves near the opposition line. The victory also secured Wigan the League Leaders' Shield for the season, guaranteeing them a direct berth in the Grand Final. The championship will be staged at Wigan’s own Brick Community Stadium on Sunday, 27 September, with a 5.30 pm kickoff broadcast live on Sky Sports. Their opponent will be decided on 18 September when the second‑ and third‑placed teams clash in a semi‑final to determine who will face the Warriors.
The Grand Final will be part of a double‑header event. Earlier in the day, the Women's Championship promotion play‑off final will see the champions of the second tier take on the fourth‑placed team from the BWSL Shield competition, adding further excitement to an already momentous occasion for women’s rugby league. In summary, Wigan Warriors Women have produced a flawless campaign to date, combining clinical attacking play, disciplined defence and a depth of experience that makes them the team to beat. Their nine‑try, 50‑point display against Leeds not only reinforced their unbeaten run but also sent a clear message to any future opponents: Wigan is poised to claim another treble, and the Grand Final at the Brick Community Stadium promises to be a showcase of the very best the women’s game has to offer.