The regular season of the Super League has now drawn to a close, leaving just six clubs in contention for the coveted semi‑final spots. The final league standings have been confirmed, and the match‑ups for the upcoming play‑off round are set, determining which two sides will eventually vie for the championship at Old Trafford.
Wigan Warriors capped off an impressive domestic campaign by thumping Catalans Dragons 50‑12, a victory that secured the League Leaders' Shield and completed a domestic double after their earlier Challenge Cup triumph. With the league title already in hand, the Warriors are now eyeing a historic treble, hoping to add the Grand Final win to their growing trophy cabinet. Leeds Rhinos, despite a loss to Hull FC in the last round of fixtures, finished the season in second place and will also enjoy a week’s rest before the play‑offs begin.
Both Wigan and Leeds are already waiting to learn the identity of their opponents for the semi‑finals, which are scheduled for the weekend of 25‑26 September. The top six teams at the end 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 format this year follows a straightforward knockout structure.
The third‑placed Warrington Wolves will travel to face sixth‑placed Hull KR, while fourth‑placed Wakefield Trinity will host fifth‑placed Leigh Leopards. These two matches, known as the Eliminators, will be played on consecutive days—Wakefield versus Leigh on Friday 18 September at 8 p.m., and Warrington versus Hull KR on Saturday 19 September at 5:30 p.m.—with both fixtures broadcast live on Sky Sports. The winners of the Eliminators will then move on to the semi‑finals. The lower‑ranked of the two victorious clubs (i.e., the team that finished lower in the league table) will be drawn against the top‑seeded Wigan Warriors, while the higher‑ranked winner will meet Leeds Rhinos.
The semi‑finals are slated for the following weekend: Leeds Rhinos will host their opponent on Friday 25 September at 8 p.m., and Wigan Warriors will welcome their challenger on Saturday 26 September at 5:30 p.m., again with Sky Sports providing live coverage. The stakes are clear: the two semi‑final winners will advance to the Super League Grand Final, which will be staged at Old Trafford on Saturday 3 October. That match will decide which club can claim the ultimate prize after a season of fierce competition.
To summarise the upcoming schedule: - **Eliminator 1:** Wakefield Trinity vs Leigh Leopards – Friday 18 September, 8 p.m. (Sky Sports) - **Eliminator 2:** Warrington Wolves vs Hull KR – Saturday 19 September, 5:30 p.m. (Sky Sports) - **Semi‑Final 1:** Leeds Rhinos vs winner of the higher‑ranked Eliminator – Friday 25 September, 8 p.m.
(Sky Sports) - **Semi‑Final 2:** Wigan Warriors vs winner of the lower‑ranked Eliminator – Saturday 26 September, 5:30 p.m. (Sky Sports) - **Grand Final:** Super League champions – Saturday 3 October, Old Trafford. All matches will be streamed live, and fans are encouraged to use the Chrome browser for the most accessible video player experience.
The play‑offs promise high‑intensity rugby league action as six of the league’s best teams battle for the chance to lift the coveted Grand Final trophy. Whether you are supporting the defending champions Wigan, the resilient Leeds side, or any of the other contenders, the road to the final will be filled with drama, skill, and unforgettable moments.