The regular season of the Super League has now reached its conclusion, leaving just six clubs in contention for the coveted spots in the semi‑finals. After a decisive final round, the hierarchy of the top six is clear, and the forthcoming fixtures will determine which two teams will ultimately vie for the championship at Old Trafford. Wigan Warriors capped off an outstanding campaign by securing a domestic double. A commanding 50‑12 victory over Catalans Dragons not only clinched the League Leaders’ Shield but also reinforced their dominance after lifting the Challenge Cup earlier in the year.

With the double already in the bag, Wigan now set their sights on completing a historic treble, which would require triumph in the Grand Final. Leeds Rhinos, despite a narrow defeat to Hull FC in the last round, finished second on the ladder and also earned a week’s rest before the play‑offs commence. Both Wigan and Leeds are already aware of the dates on which they will be required to play their semi‑final matches – Wigan on Saturday 26 September and Leeds on Friday 25 September – and they will be awaiting the outcome of the earlier elimination games to discover their opponents.

The final league table for the top six is as follows: 1. Wigan Warriors 2. Leeds Rhinos 3.

Warrington Wolves 4. Wakefield Trinity 5. Leigh Leopards 6. Hull KR The play‑off structure this season is straightforward.

The third‑placed Warrington Wolves will travel to face the sixth‑placed Hull KR in what is termed an "Eliminator". Simultaneously, the fourth‑placed Wakefield Trinity will meet the fifth‑placed Leigh Leopards. These two matches, scheduled for Friday 18 September and Saturday 19 September respectively, are knockout fixtures; the losers are immediately eliminated, while the winners progress to the semi‑finals.

The semi‑final pairings are determined by the league positions of the victorious teams from the Eliminators. The team that finished lower in the regular‑season standings among the two winners will be drawn against the top‑seeded Wigan Warriors. The other winner will take on Leeds Rhinos.

In this way, the highest‑ranked clubs retain a theoretical advantage by facing the lowest‑ranked survivor. The specific timetable is as follows: - **Friday 18 September, 20:00 (GMT)** – Wakefield Trinity vs Leigh Leopards, broadcast live on Sky Sports. - **Saturday 19 September, 17:30 (GMT)** – Warrington Wolves vs Hull KR, also live on Sky Sports. The outcomes of these two Eliminators will set the stage for the semi‑finals: - **Friday 25 September, 20:00 (GMT)** – Leeds Rhinos versus the winner of the Wakefield‑Leigh match, live on Sky Sports.

- **Saturday 26 September, 17:30 (GMT)** – Wigan Warriors versus the winner of the Warrington‑Hull KR clash, live on Sky Sports. The two semi‑final victors will then earn the right to compete in the Super League Grand Final, scheduled for Saturday 3 October at Old Trafford, Manchester.

The Grand Final is the culmination of the season and offers the winning side the chance to claim the ultimate prize, completing the treble for Wigan if they can add this title to their League Leaders’ Shield and Challenge Cup triumphs. In summary, the play‑off pathway is: - **Eliminators (18‑19 September):** - Wakefield Trinity vs Leigh Leopards – 8 pm, Sky Sports.

- Warrington Wolves vs Hull KR – 5:30 pm, Sky Sports. - **Semi‑Finals (25‑26 September):** - Leeds Rhinos vs Eliminator‑winner (Wakefield/Leigh) – 8 pm, Sky Sports. - Wigan Warriors vs Eliminator‑winner (Warrington/Hull KR) – 5:30 pm, Sky Sports.

- **Grand Final (3 October):** Old Trafford, live on Sky Sports. All matches will be streamed live, and fans are advised to use the Chrome browser for the most reliable video playback experience.

The play‑offs promise high‑stakes rugby league action, with each club battling to stay alive and keep their season‑long ambitions alive. The stakes are especially high for Wigan, who aim to cap an extraordinary season with a historic treble, while Leeds will be eager to prove they can convert their strong league performance into a championship win. The remaining clubs – Warrington, Wakefield, Leigh and Hull KR – each have a realistic chance to upset the odds and secure a place in the semi‑finals, making the upcoming weeks a thrilling finale to the Super League calendar.