The regular season of the Super League has now drawn to a close, leaving just six clubs in contention for the coveted spots in the semi‑finals. The final league standings have been confirmed, and the pathway to the Grand Final is taking shape.
Wigan Warriors capped off an outstanding campaign by thrashing Catalans Dragons 50‑12, a victory that secured the League Leaders' Shield and completed a domestic double alongside their Challenge Cup triumph. With a week’s rest ahead, the Warriors are eyeing the ultimate prize – a historic treble should they prevail at the season‑ending Grand Final.
Leeds Rhinos, who finished second on the ladder despite a late‑season loss to Hull FC, also enjoy a short break before the play‑offs resume. Both clubs are now preparing for the semi‑finals, where they will await the winners of the elimination matches.
The top six teams at the conclusion of the regular season are: 1. Wigan Warriors 2.
Leeds Rhinos 3. Warrington Wolves 4.
Wakefield Trinity 5. Leigh Leopards 6. Hull KR The play‑off structure is straightforward. The third‑placed Warrington Wolves will travel to face sixth‑placed Hull KR, while fourth‑placed Wakefield Trinity will take on fifth‑placed Leigh Leopards.
These two fixtures, known as the Eliminators, will be contested on consecutive days – Friday 18 September and Saturday 19 September – and will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. The winner of the Wakefield‑Leigh match, which kicks off at 8 p.m. on Friday, will earn the right to travel to Old Trafford for the semi‑final against Leeds Rhinos on Friday 25 September at 8 p.m.
Conversely, the victor of the Warrington‑Hull KR clash, scheduled for 5.30 p.m. on Saturday, will meet Wigan Warriors in the second semi‑final on Saturday 26 September at 5.30 p.m.
Because the play‑off format pits the lowest‑ranked surviving team against the top‑seeded side, the team that finishes lower in the league table after the Eliminators will be matched with Wigan Warriors, while the higher‑ranked survivor will travel to face Leeds Rhinos. This arrangement ensures that the league leaders retain a theoretical advantage by facing the lowest‑ranked opponent still in contention. To summarise the upcoming schedule: - **Eliminator 1 – Friday 18 September, 8 p.m.
(Sky Sports):** Wakefield Trinity vs Leigh Leopards - **Eliminator 2 – Saturday 19 September, 5.30 p.m. (Sky Sports):** Warrington Wolves vs Hull KR - **Semi‑Final 1 – Friday 25 September, 8 p.m.
(Sky Sports):** Leeds Rhinos vs winner of Wakefield/Leigh - **Semi‑Final 2 – Saturday 26 September, 5.30 p.m. (Sky Sports):** Wigan Warriors vs winner of Warrington/Hull KR The winners of the two semi‑finals will progress to the Super League Grand Final, which will be staged at Old Trafford on Saturday 3 October. That match will determine the season’s champion and offer a chance for Wigan to complete a treble or for Leeds to claim the title after a strong league campaign.
Fans are encouraged to view the matches using a Chrome browser for the best video player experience, as noted by the broadcasters. Both the Eliminators and the semi‑finals will be available live on Sky Sports, providing nationwide coverage of the decisive moments.
In total, the play‑offs will whittle the six qualified clubs down to two, setting the stage for a climactic showdown at one of football’s most iconic venues. The journey from the regular season’s conclusion to the Grand Final promises high‑stakes rugby league, dramatic twists, and the opportunity for any of the six teams to etch their name into Super League history.