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The Latest Breaking News from Wakefield

Wigan dominate the present but NRL cash is key to Super League future

The playoffs begin on Friday with Wigan topping the table, but the competition could be run by NRL from next season

The Guardian - UK

Table-topping Wigan hit ominous form at season’s sharp end in pursuit of treble

The Super League leaders are ahead of the pack for the first time since March with the playoffs in view

The Guardian - UK

Sam Burgess keen for Warrington to keep momentum high

A top-two finish is still in sight.

The Independent UK

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Kitchen magnate finds recipe for Wakefield joy in historic rugby league city

Matt Ellis has transformed the club after spending £10m so far and they are now contenders to win Super League for the first time

The Guardian - UK

Bears snare title-winning hooker as build takes shape

Perth Bears have added to their forward stocks for next season, bringing former Melbourne and Brisbane No.9 Tyson Smoothy home to Australia from the UK.

AAP

Castleford routed by 12-man Wakefield

The Independent UK

Wakefield’s ascent to Super League contenders continues with gutsy win over Bulls

Wakefield’s latest victory sent them above Wigan, but was far from their most sparkling performance

The Guardian - UK

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Inmates guilty of murdering child killer who was ‘tucked up in bed’ after attack

Kyle Bevan was stabbed 25 times during an attack by convicted killers Mark Fellows, Lee Newell and David Taylor at high-security HMP Wakefield.

Evening Standard

Wigan underline their class with Super League hammering of Wakefield

Wigan jumped above Wakefield in the Super League table and into third place thanks to an emphatic 48-10 win

The Guardian - UK

Tributes pour in for rugby league legend John Kear after sudden passing

The Challenge Cup-winning coach and renowned broadcaster died on Sunday at the age of 71

The Independent UK

Challenge cup-winning coach and broadcaster John Kear dies aged 71 as tributes pour in

Rugby league mourns the loss of influential figure John Kear, who passed away at 71. Renowned for his tactical acumen and ability to inspire underdogs, Kear's four-decade career as a coach, mentor, and broadcaster earned him widespread respect. His legacy includes transforming struggling teams and fostering a deep love for…

The Times of India

Jury discharged in trial of two prisoners accused of murdering Ian Watkins

The disgraced singer was stabbed to death by Rico Gedel, 25, in his cell at high-security HMP Wakefield.

Evening Standard

Wigan edge out Wakefield in thriller to set up mouthwatering Saints semi-final

Zach Eckersley scored the decisive try in Wigan’s 26-22 win at Wakefield in the Challenge Cup quarter-final

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UK’s most notorious prisoner Charles Bronson moved to high-security ‘Monster Mansion’ before parole bid

Charles Bronson, the infamous 73-year-old inmate, has been relocated to the maximum-security facility known as HMP Wakefield, often referred to as 'Monster Mansion,' just in time for a pivotal parole hearing. Sources within the prison indicate heightened tension as staff express concerns for his well-being after his art materials were…

The Guardian - UK

Super League’s rousing Rivals Round offers timely boost for takeover talks

Healthy crowds, a five-way title race and some stunning action give NRL executives plenty to be encouraged by

The Independent UK

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'Grateful' Warriors superstar set for two-year UK stint

Dual Kiwi international Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has called time on his NRL career, agreeing to join Super League club Wakefield at the end of this season.

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The Guardian - UK

Opening shocks could set scene for most unpredictable Super League yet

Wins for promoted York against champions Hull KR and Toulouse at Wakefield can only boost game’s appeal at a crucial time

The Guardian - UK

Super League 2026: team-by-team guide to the new season

Hull KR are the team to beat again, tough times are ahead for promoted trio and Leeds might be back to their best

International Business Times UK

Did Ian Watkins Predict His Own Murder? Chilling Words From Lostprophets Singer Resurface After Gruesome Prison Killing

Serving time in the notorious HMP Wakefield, Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins had often spoken of the extreme danger he faced, fearing a sudden, fatal attack.

The Independent UK

Wigan boss Matt Peet says aim is to ‘inspire and entertain’ ahead of Grand Final

On-field success has always been part of a bigger picture for the 41-year-old.

The Independent UK

Mike McMeeken keen to lose ‘nearly-man’ tag and win something with Wakefield

The England second-rower has featured in three Grand finals and finished up on the losing side each time.

The Independent UK

Umyla Hanley ‘was set to be a brickie’ before rebuilding career at Leigh

Hanley had spent a frustrating period out on loan at Championship club Newcastle in 2022 and returned to find he was surplus to requirements at Wigan.

The Independent UK

Salford given two-point deduction for fielding weakened team against St Helens

The sanction will also affect the Red Devils’ IMG grading score as they bid to retain their Super League place.

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