It was a week that began with unexpected controversy and the prospect of this game not taking place. But, there was an all too familiar outcome to a bristling derby as the reigning Super League champions moved to a place in the Grand Final and the chance to make yet more history.
Wigan stunned the rugby league world on Wednesday morning with a statement alleging that the Leigh’s owner, Derek Beaumont, wanted to withdraw from this game in a row over ticket allocations, merely adding an extra layer of intrigue to the playoff semi-final.
