The regular season of the Super League has now reached its conclusion, leaving only six teams in contention for the coveted spots in the semi‑finals. The final league standings have been locked in, and the forthcoming playoff match‑ups are now crystal clear. Wigan Warriors capped off an outstanding domestic campaign by thumping Catalans Dragons 50‑12, a victory that secured them the League Leaders' Shield.
This triumph adds to their recent Challenge Cup success and puts them in prime position to chase a historic treble, should they prevail in the Grand Final showdown. Leeds Rhinos, who finished second in the table despite a late‑season defeat to Hull FC, also enjoy a week’s rest before the next phase of the competition. Both clubs will be waiting patiently for their semi‑final opponents, with the schedule already set for the end of September.
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 playoff format this year is straightforward. The third‑placed Warrington Wolves will travel to face Hull KR, the sixth‑placed side, while fourth‑placed Wakefield Trinity will meet fifth‑placed Leigh Leopards. These two fixtures are known as the Eliminators and will determine which lower‑ranked teams advance to the semi‑finals.
The winner of the lower‑ranked Eliminator – that is, the team that finished lower on the league table – will earn the right to take on the top‑seeded Wigan Warriors. The other Eliminator victor will travel to Leeds Rhinos, who are already awaiting their opponent. The Eliminator round is scheduled for the weekend of 18‑19 September.
On Friday, 18 September, Wakefield Trinity host Leigh Leopards at 8:00 pm, with the match broadcast live on Sky Sports. The following day, Saturday 19 September, sees Warrington Wolves take on Hull KR at 5:30 pm, also on Sky Sports. Following those games, the semi‑finals will be played the subsequent week.
Leeds Rhinos will host their opponent on Friday, 25 September, at 8:00 pm. Wigan Warriors will play their semi‑final on Saturday, 26 September, at 5:30 pm.
Both matches will be shown live on Sky Sports, providing fans with a clear view of the path to the Grand Final. The two semi‑final winners will then move on to the Super League Grand Final, which is set for Saturday 3 October at Old Trafford. That will be the culmination of a season that has seen Wigan dominate the league, Leeds maintain a strong challenge, and the other four clubs battle fiercely for a chance at glory. In summary, the playoff schedule is as follows: - Friday 18 September: Wakefield Trinity vs Leigh Leopards – Kick‑off 8:00 pm (Sky Sports) - Saturday 19 September: Warrington Wolves vs Hull KR – Kick‑off 5:30 pm (Sky Sports) - Friday 25 September (Semi‑Final 1): Leeds Rhinos vs Eliminator winner – Kick‑off 8:00 pm (Sky Sports) - Saturday 26 September (Semi‑Final 2): Wigan Warriors vs other Eliminator winner – Kick‑off 5:30 pm (Sky Sports) - Saturday 3 October: Grand Final at Old Trafford – Time to be confirmed.
These fixtures mark the final stretch of the Super League season, as the six remaining teams vie for the two coveted spots that will lead to the ultimate showdown at Old Trafford. Fans are encouraged to tune in via Sky Sports and, for the best viewing experience, to use the Chrome browser for an optimized video player. The excitement is building, and the race to the Grand Final is now officially underway.