Warrington crush York to boost top-two hopes

Warrington secured a crucial victory over York Knights to bolster their hopes of securing a top-two finish in the league. Teenage sensation Ewan Irwin was instrumental in the win, scoring one try and kicking five goals. Warrington's Sam Burgess led the men to a five-try haul as they edged past York Knights at the Halliwell Jones Stadium.

The teenage player's performance highlighted his growing potential, as Warrington now sit just four points behind play-off leaders Leeds Rhinos. Josh Thewlis, returning from injury, Danny Walker, and Arron Lindop also contributed tries to Warrington's tally. The match, which marked the first of three games in ten hectic days for Warrington, saw York twice take the lead in the first half, before Warrington silenced them.

York's Paul McShane and Jon Bennison scored first, but Warrington quickly responded with tries from Thewlis, Stone, Walker, and Lindop. Despite York's efforts, including a late try by Albert Hopoate, Warrington secured the win with Irwin's second goal. This victory, coupled with the strong home record against table-toppers Leeds, has given Warrington a significant advantage in the race for a top-two finish.