Why it's trending
The match is trending due to Leigh's impressive fifth consecutive win, tightening the play-off race in the Super League. The shift in standings has sparked discussion among rugby league fans.
Leigh Leopards made it five successive victories as they out-muscled fellow play-off contenders Warrington Wolves, winning 28-12 at Leigh Sports Village. The victory moved Leigh up one place to fifth, above last year's champions Hull KR, and level on points with the Wolves, who suffered a third defeat in four matches this month. (BBC)
Early tries from David Armstrong and Lachlan Lam gave the Leopards control, and they never relinquished it. Toafofoa Sipley crossed for Warrington, but further tries from Innes Senior, Joe Ofahengaue, and Umyla Hanley either side of the break moved the hosts out of sight before a late consolation for Albert Hopoate. (BBC, Sky Sports)
The match featured sin-binnings for Leigh's Josh Charnley (high tackle) and Warrington's Leon Hayes (dangerous tackle). Leigh head coach Adrian Lam confirmed Frankie Halton suffered a suspected torn pectoral muscle. (Sky Sports, BBC) The Leopards have now won 10 of their last 12 games since losing to Warrington in April. (BBC)
Leigh's victory tightens the Super League play-off race, with the top six in sight. With five of their last seven games at home, Leigh are well positioned to maintain their push for the top four. (BBC, Sky Sports)
Timeline
- David Armstrong try
Armstrong stretched over in the corner after a pass from Lachlan Lam. (BBC, Sky Sports)
- Lachlan Lam try
Lam finished off a sweeping counter-attack, supporting Umyla Hanley after a break. (BBC, Sky Sports)
- Adam Cook penalty
Cook slotted a penalty following an obstruction. (Sky Sports)
- Toafofoa Sipley try
Sipley powered through three defenders to reduce the deficit. (BBC, Sky Sports)
- Innes Senior try
Senior finished in the left corner after good work from the half-backs. (BBC, Sky Sports)
- Josh Charnley sin-binned
Leigh's Josh Charnley sent to sin bin for head contact on Toby King. (BBC, Sky Sports)
- Leon Hayes sin-binned
Warrington's Leon Hayes shown yellow for dangerous tackle on Owen Trout. (BBC, Sky Sports)
- Joe Ofahengaue try
Ofahengaue barged through for Leigh's fourth try. Cook converted and later added a penalty for 24-6. (Sky Sports, BBC)
- Umyla Hanley try
Hanley cut through the visiting defence to extend the lead to 28-6. (Sky Sports, BBC)
- Albert Hopoate try
Hopoate got in down the right corner for Warrington's second try. (BBC, Sky Sports)
Questions people ask
Who scored for Leigh Leopards?
David Armstrong, Lachlan Lam, Innes Senior, Joe Ofahengaue, and Umyla Hanley scored tries; Adam Cook kicked four conversions and a penalty.
Who scored for Warrington Wolves?
Toafofoa Sipley and Albert Hopoate scored tries.
How did the win impact the Super League standings?
Leigh moved to fifth place, level on 26 points with fourth-placed Warrington, who have a game in hand.
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