Rugby League Today: Wane eager to improve, Powell disappointed, Westerman returns to Hull
We have several reports, reaction pieces and in-depth analysis on site today.
What’s on site
Two tries Oliver Gildart helped Wigan pull off a convincing 28-12 win against Castleford. We have all the details from the DW Stadium right here…
Castleford coach Daryl Powell admitted his side were always chasing the game in their defeat at Wigan.
Wigan boss Shaun Wane claims the best is still to come from the Warriors following their fine win over Castleford.
The Ladbrokes Challenge Cup sixth round draw will take place live on The Chris Evans Breakfast show on BBC Radio 2 next Wednesday, April 25 from 8:10am.
We have got a preview for the Ladbrokes Challenge Cup fifth round. There are four Super League teams in the round.
Hull FC have re-signed forward Joe Westerman following his departure from Toronto Wolfpack.
What’s in the papers
Eddie Jones watches on as Wigan score five tries in victory over Castleford, report The Guardian.
Chris Chester was left fuming after Wakefield were thrashed at Salford, claim Yorkshire Evening Post.
Dual role with Featherstone working out well for Leeds youngster Harry Newman, report Yorkshire Evening Post.
Ruthless Saints post 12 tries Huddersfield demolition, report St Helens Star.
Huddersfield Town chairman Dean Hoyle confirms no plans for club to purchase John Smith’s Stadium, report The Huddersfield Daily Examiner.
Joe Philbin ‘cruising along nicely’ at Warrington Wolves, report Warrington Guardian.
What’s on social
Just how good is rugby league?
Love this! Happy birthday Nikki. #rugbyleague https://t.co/WlGKCYM1fB
— Love Rugby League (@loverugbyleague) April 20, 2018
You can catch further analysis of last night’s game between Wigan and Castleford right here (video)…
My video review of Wigan's 28-12 win against Castleford with @loverugbyleague 's @DarbyshireDrew – soon at https://t.co/uiK1Tb7rxt
— Phil Wilkinson (@PWilkinsonWIG) April 20, 2018
Ireland forward Tyrone McCarthy taking over kicking duties is a surprise to everyone!
45' – Tyrone McCarthy has extended the lead with a goal.
Unfortunately, we have failed to prepare for this and have no goal graphic. We've never seen Tyrone kick, ever.
(10-0)#SLSalWak
— Salford Red Devils (@SalfordDevils) April 20, 2018
What’s on TV/Radio
LIVE NRL: Wests Tigers v Newcastle Knights – 8.30am, Sky Sports Action & Main Event
LIVE NRL: North Queensland Cowboys v Gold Coast Titans – 10.30am, Sky Sports Action
The latest ‘Sport at Six’ podcast by BBC Radio Manchester’s Jack Dearden and Trevor Hunt is available to download now.
The latest Rugby League show on Proper Sport is available to download now.
The latest Whippets and Flat Caps podcast is available to download now, presented by Jon Wilkin and Mark Flanagan.
The latest 5 Live Rugby League podcast is available to download now, presented by Dave Woods.
The latest Rugby League on talkSPORT 2 podcast is available to download now.
The Final Hooter podcast by Love Rugby League’s Dave Parkinson and Adrian Jackson is now available to download.
