RL Today: Derek Beaumont on relegation exemption and Kenny-Dowall on future
Derek Beaumont on Super League relegation exemption
Leigh owner Derek Beaumont has hit back on the idea of Toulouse receiving Super League relegation exemption. (Manchester Evening News)
Toulouse head coach Sylvain Houles suggested the exemption in order to grow the sport in France. However, Beaumont has shared his strong opinions disagreeing with the French boss.
Shaun Kenny-Dowall on future
Hull KR captain Shaun Kenny-Dowall has discussed his plans for 2023. (Hull Daily Mail)
The centre is still without a contract for next season, and is weighing up his options.
Jai Field on NRL aspirations
Jai Field has admitted that he would like another crack in the NRL in the future. (Examiner Live)
The Wigan full-back is enjoying the form of his career, leading the way in the Man of Steel leaderboard. He has scored 14 tries so far in the Super League season.
Wigan boss expecting Jonny Lomax to play in Challenge Cup clash
Wigan head coach Matt Peet expects St Helens star Jonny Lomax to feature in their Challenge Cup clash this weekend.
The two sides meet at Elland Road on Saturday in the semi-finals of the cup, just 80-minutes away from a spot in the final at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
He told Love Rugby League: “They have lots of threats, but we’re prepared for him (Jonny Lomax) to play. I think he’ll play.
Zak Hardaker returns to training with Leeds Rhinos
Leeds Rhinos have confirmed that Zak Hardaker returned to training on Thursday.
The 30-year-old suffered a suspected seizure earlier last week whilst on a walk with his young son. Hardaker was stood down for medical reasons.
However, the Super League club have confirmed he returned to training on Thursday.
Half-back returns to Swinton
Swinton Lions have confirmed that Lewis Else has returned to the club.
The League 1 club confirmed his unavailability at the end of March due to work. Swinton host London Skolars on Sunday.
We are delighted to provide the following player up date. Our half-back Lewis Else has resumed training, and is in contention for Sunday’s squad against London Skolars.#OriginalLions pic.twitter.com/bI6vnd8FeY
— Swinton Lions RLFC (@Swinton_Lions) May 5, 2022
Birthdays
Wakefield full-back Max Jowitt turns 25 today (May 6)
Also celebrating; Ex-winger Matt Crowther (48), former Scotland international Iain Morrison (39), Wales winger Mike Butt (27) and Swinton forward Louis Brogan (22).
Trivia
Featherstone centre Joey Leilua needs two appearances to reach 250 for his career.