Rugby League players are a talented and fearless bunch, so it only stands to reason that amongst them are some unusual hobbies. If you’ve ever wondered what some of the most exciting rugby league players in the world get up to in their spare time, or get up to now that they’ve retired, then we’ve […] READ MORE
Tag: Wigan Warriors
Sad passing of power-wingers, All Blacks Inga Tuigamala and Joeli Vidiri
With the sad passing of power-wingers, All Blacks Inga Tuigamala and Joeli Vidiri, the tragedy of their early deaths highlighted men’s health and also reflected on their huge impact on the modern game. The news hit within 24 odd hours, and it was reported that Diabetes complications led to the death of Tuigamala, but to […] READ MORE
Betfred Super League play-offs 2021
After a long, protracted, Covid-hit season, the Betfred Super League play-offs are upon us. The peak season for the 13-man game in England and the northern hemisphere. For followers of the Australian game, the NRL finals are already in full swing downunder, whilst the wheelchair grand final was played out to much acclaim on Sunday. […] READ MORE
Rugby League 2021: All you need to get started in a World Cup year
The rugby league season begins in the UK in just over two months and ends 2021 with a World Cup. If you’re a little bored with rugby union but can’t go to the theatre – as Edinburgh coach Richard Cockerill recently suggested – take a look at how the hard-hitting relatives of union do things. […] READ MORE
Toronto Wolfpack vs. Wigan Warriors game analysis
The Toronto Wolfpack vs. Wigan Warriors was the third game in the Wolfpack’s young Super League season. Rugby superstar Sonny Bill Williams was not present in the game, as he and his wife celebrated the birth of his fourth child. It was also their third-straight loss to begin the season. Like the previous two games, […] READ MORE
Castleford Tigers win opener against Toronto Wolfpack
With the Castleford Tigers win ‘somewhat’ taking away some of the gloss of the Toronto Wolfpacks debut Super Rugby fixture, credit should be given to both teams. The Tigers v Wolfpack game took place last Sunday at Emerald Headingley Stadium, Leeds. There, the Wolfpack opened their Super League account with a disappointing 28-10 loss to […] READ MORE
Top Six Super League signings
Super League’s biggest signings for 2020 have been confirmed. This includes box office names like Sonny Bill Williams to world-class players like Gareth Widdop. These signings proved that the competition has incredible potential. So the below list of the Top Six Betfred Super League signings. They will be arriving in Super League when the new […] READ MORE
2019 Super League playoffs begin
With the 2019 Super League playoffs starting 19 September, Last Word On Rugby are previewing the upcoming matches in what is sure to be ‘another classic’ end to the season. Our resident rugby leagueresident rugby league writer Sam Harris. examines the team standings, player’s and each club’s ‘Road to the Grand Final’. 🍒 @WiganWarriorsRL know […] READ MORE
Super League Magic Weekend
The Super League Magic Weekend is where an entire round is played over one weekend, at the same venue. A great experience for fans unfamiliar with the game. The aim is to promote the sport and since its inception in 2007, has been held at many different stadiums. This season’s will played over the weekend […] READ MORE
2019 Super League: Team-by-team Analysis
The 2019 Super League season starts January 31st, and is set to be the most competitive year in European rugby league in recent years. There have been impressive signings throughout the league, with marquee players joining from the NRL. Therefore, Last Word on Rugby decided to look at how the season could pan out. Team-by-team […] READ MORE