Wakefield & Leigh kick off play-offs in underdog tie
From unfancied to challenging at the top - Wakefield and Leigh meet in a Super League play-off on Friday, aiming to continue their respective trajectories.
Wakefield and Leigh are set to face off in an underdog play-off tie as part of the Super League eliminator phase. Both teams had been struggling in recent years and were not considered favorites before their recent success. Wakefield, under the leadership of Daryl Powell, has made significant improvements since their return to Super League in 2025.
They finished fourth in the league, their highest-ever position, and are targeting a spot in the Grand Final. Meanwhile, Leigh, led by Adrian Lam, has also had a strong season, finishing fifth and hoping to build on their previous near-misses in the Grand Final. Leigh's star player, Umyla Hanley, has been named in the Super League Dream Team despite playing only 17 matches this season.
Wakefield's Hamlin-Uele, who missed last season's play-offs due to injury, hopes to continue his impressive form and contribute to the team's success in the upcoming match.
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