The regular season of the Super League has now drawn to a close, leaving only six clubs in contention for the coveted semi‑final places. The final round of fixtures has produced a clear picture of which teams will face each other as the play‑offs get under way.
Wigan Warriors capped off a remarkable domestic campaign with a commanding 50‑12 victory over Catalans Dragons, clinching the League Leaders' Shield. This triumph adds to their recent Challenge Cup success and puts them on the brink of a historic treble, should they prevail in the Grand Final. Leeds Rhinos, despite a disappointing loss to Hull FC in the last round, still secured second place on the ladder and will also enjoy a week’s rest before the play‑offs begin. The top‑six finishers in the final league table 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.
The winners of these two elimination matches will move on to the semi‑finals. Because the play‑off system rewards higher‑ranked teams, the lowest‑ranked winner emerging from the eliminators (i.e., the team that finished lower in the regular‑season standings) will be paired with league leaders Wigan Warriors.
The other semi‑final will see Leeds Rhinos host the remaining winner. The elimination round, often referred to as “The Eliminators”, is scheduled for the weekend of 18‑19 September.
On Friday, 18 September, Wakefield Trinity will meet Leigh Leopards at 20:00, with the match broadcast live on Sky Sports. The following day, Saturday 19 September, Warrington Wolves will clash with Hull KR at 17:30, also on Sky Sports. Both semi‑finals are set for the following weekend.
Leeds Rhinos will host their opponent on Friday, 25 September, at 20:00. Wigan Warriors will play their semi‑final on Saturday, 26 September, kicking off at 17:30. The venues will be the home grounds of the higher‑ranked clubs, giving them a modest home‑field advantage.
The two victorious teams from the semi‑finals will advance to the Super League Grand Final, which will be staged at Old Trafford on Saturday, 3 October. This showdown will determine the ultimate champion of the season and complete the narrative that began with Wigan’s league‑leader triumph and Leeds’s strong second‑place finish.
In summary, the play‑off itinerary is as follows: - Friday 18 September: Wakefield Trinity vs Leigh Leopards – 20:00 (Sky Sports) - Saturday 19 September: Warrington Wolves vs Hull KR – 17:30 (Sky Sports) - Friday 25 September: Leeds Rhinos vs Eliminator winner – 20:00 (Sky Sports) - Saturday 26 September: Wigan Warriors vs Eliminator winner – 17:30 (Sky Sports) - Saturday 3 October: Grand Final at Old Trafford – kickoff time to be confirmed. These matches will decide which two clubs earn the right to compete for the trophy that every fan has been anticipating all season. The excitement builds as the six remaining teams prepare for high‑stakes knockout rugby, knowing that a single loss will end their title hopes. Fans are encouraged to watch the action on Sky Sports, preferably using the Chrome browser for the best video experience.