RL Today: O’Loughlin one of the best, Graham’s big sign-off & Halifax sign Huddersfield youngster
A wrap up of the latest news in rugby league.
What’s on site
Lanzarote Eruption set for Super League in new rugby league novel.
French round-up: Carcassonne win showcase of what French league has to offer live on TV.
England Wheelchair rugby star Tom Halliwell taking inspiration from Luke Gale and Nathan Cleary.
Reasons to Love RL: Tom Kaye on PDRL World Cup dream plus BurrowSeven.
What’s in the papers
Joel Tomkins: Contact with Richie Myler’s backside ‘completely accidental’, reports Wigan Today.
Leaving was never an option for Hull skipper Danny Houghton after signing new contract, reports Hull Live.
Jamie Peacock says Sean O’Loughlin is one of the best – and his retirement will give Wigan an extra edge in their title hunt, reports the Mirror.
James Graham primed for a big sign-off with Saints, reports St Helens Star.
Halifax have signed Huddersfield youngster Ben Tibbs on a one-year deal, reports Halifax Courier.
What’s on social
Danny Houghton has committed his future to Hull.
🗣️ "The club has always looked after me and I'm always proud to pull that jersey on. Hopefully I can continue to do that in some big games in the next couple of years, especially tomorrow."
⚫⚪ #HoughtonSigns pic.twitter.com/qRLMLzxvZ8
— Hull FC (@hullfcofficial) November 18, 2020
Wigan have unveiled their 2021 away kit.
🦉 Inspired by Northern Soul and the iconic Wigan Casino.
💙 Introducing our 2021 away kit… #NeverGonnaStop 🍒⚪️ #WWRL pic.twitter.com/5RU02FUSkZ
— Wigan Warriors 🍒⚪️ (@WiganWarriorsRL) November 18, 2020
Queensland claim the 2020 State of Origin series.
QLD getting around it! 🏆#Origin pic.twitter.com/DqlC7Sdfvi
— NRL (@NRL) November 18, 2020
What’s on TV/Radio
LIVE SL: Wigan v Hull FC (Sky Sports Main Event & Mix – 7:45pm)
Podcast: The Final Hooter 2020 #13 – Toronto fallout, Sunshine on Leyth & unfulfilled potential?
Sky Sports’ Golden Point podcast is available to download now.
The latest Forty20 LIVE podcast is out now.
The latest 5 Live Rugby League Podcast is out now, hosted by Dave Woods.
Birthdays
Castleford hooker Paul McShane turns 31 today.
Also celebrating; former Papua New Guinea international Charlie Wabo (36), Doncaster forward Aaron Ollett (28) and Newcastle Thunder forward Harry Aldous (25).
Trivia
Should Hull beat Wigan tonight, they will play in the Super League Grand Final at their home ground, KCOM Stadium, on November 27.
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