RL Today: Castleford Tigers reveal multi-million stadium plans, Fonua on ‘disappointing’ Hull return & Offiah to return to Wigan

Josh McAllister
Castleford Tigers

A general view of The Mend-A-Hose Jungle ahead of this evenings Betfred Super League game, Castleford Tigers vs Hull FC

Castleford Tigers reveal stadium plans

Castleford Tigers have revealed their multi-million stadium plans to improve their facilities at the Mend-A-Hose Jungle. (Wakefield Express)

The Super League side expect the work to cost between £8-10m and generate an extra £1million per year. 

Mahe Fonua discusses ‘disappointing’ Hull return

Mahe Fonua has discussed his exit from Hull. (Hull Live)

The centre or winger returned to Hull for his second spell in 2020 and reunites with Lee Radford at Castleford for the 2022 season.

Fonua has opened up about his exit from the club and not being able to find the same form that saw him earn a return to the NRL during his first stint.

Will Pryce eyes up big 2022

Huddersfield Giants full-back Will Pryce is aiming for a bigger and better season at the John Smith’s Stadium in 2022. (Yorkshire Post)

Pryce scored six tries in 13 games in 2021. He made his debut last season against Catalans Dragons.

Martin Offiah to return to Wigan

The former Great Britain winger returns to the town on March 30 for an event at the Old Courts. The event will also celebrate Wigan’s 150th anniversary. (Wigan Today)

Tom Johnstone targets England starting spot

Wakefield winger Tom Johnstone is hoping a healthy diet can help him put his concussion issues behind him as he bids to make England’s World Cup team.

The 26-year-old has long been regarded as one of the most exciting wingers in Super League. However, injuries have so far prevented him from realising his full potential. He made only 11 appearances in 2021 due to a series of head knocks.

Joey Leilua set for Featherstone debut

Former NRL centre Joey Leilua is set to make his Featherstone debut tonight against Leigh.

The Championship clash will be the second game aired live on Premier Sports as part of the new Monday Night Rugby League.

Birthdays

Tonga international Ben Murdoch-Masila celebrates his 31st birthday today (February 7).

Also celebrating: Former Australian forward Brad MacKay (53), North Queensland Cowboys hooker Jake Granville (33), Salford utility Chris Atkin (29) and Swinton forward Paddy Jones (25).

Trivia

Danny Langtree made his 200th career appearance over the weekend as Barrow defeated Whitehaven in the Championship. He has made 195 appearances for Oldham, three for Doncaster and two for the Raiders.

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