Match preview: Castleford

In association with Davanti Tyres, here is everything you need to know ahead of Wigan Warriors’ Round 14 Betfred Super League game against Castleford Tigers.

Wigan Warriors travel to the Mend-A-Hose Jungle this Saturday 4th June as they face Castleford Tigers, 2pm K.O.

Team News

Peet has made three changes to the 21 that was involved in the Cup Final. Sam Powell returns to the squad following his six-match ban, while youngsters Matty Nicholson and Sam Halsall also come in. 

Morgan Smithies also drops out after picking up a four-match suspension for two separate High Tackle sanctions in the Cup Final, Club Captain Tommy Leuluai is rested.

Injury News

Cade Cust misses out after dislocating his elbow in the Cup Final. In his press conference on Wednesday Peet did not put a time-frame on the half back’s return as he is still awaiting to see a specialist. Read the full injury update HERE.

Wigan Warriors squad to face Castleford Tigers:

Matt Peet has named his Cherry and Whites squad for Saturday’s fixture.

Opposition

Castleford Tigers Head Coach Lee Radford also named his side for the fixture on Thursday afternoon.

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— Castleford Tigers (@CTRLFC) June 2, 2022

Previous Meetings

Wigan have won their last four meeting with Castleford Tigers, including their most recent at the DW Stadium in Round 6 of Betfred Super League on 17th March this year.

Last Ten:

• Wigan 32, Castleford 22 (SLR6, 17/03/22)
• Castleford 0, Wigan 22 (SLR22, 30/8/21)
• Wigan 22, Castleford 12 (SLR4, 22/4/21)
• Wigan 30, Castleford 22 (SLR18, 29/8/20)(at Halliwell Jones Stadium, Warrington)
• Castleford 16, Wigan 12 (SLR2, 7/2/20)
• Wigan 26, Castleford 8 (SLR29, 12/9/19)
• Wigan 6, Castleford 4 (SLR13, 27/4/19)
• Castleford 38, Wigan 28 (SLR9, 5/4/19)
• Wigan 14, Castleford 0 (SLSF, 5/10/18)
• Wigan 24, Castleford 22 (SLS8-R1, 10/8/18)

Super League Summary

• Wigan wins: 40
• Castleford wins: 17
• Draws: 3

Coach quotes

On this weeks opposition, Peet said: “We are in the exact position we want to be in. We have got to put the excuses to one side and concentrate on getting the performance because we all know Castleford is a tough place to visit.”

With the forced changes to the team, Peet spoke about an alteration in the halves: “We are not sure what way we will go but we have a few options with [Sam] Powell, Jai [Field], and Bevan [French]. We are blessed in a way that we have players who can adapt and play different roles.”

Read more from the Warriors boss ahead of Saturday’s game HERE.

Match officials

The man in the middle on Saturday afternoon will be James Child.

Tickets

Tickets for Wigan Warriors’ Betfred Super League Round 14 trip to Castleford Tigers on Saturday 4th June (2pm K.O.) are now off sale but pay on the day will be available at the Mend-A-Hose Jungle.

There are no more match or Official Club Travel coach sales available and all tickets bought online will be posted out. 

Pay on the day

Wigan fans will be based in the North Stand and it is an unreserved standing terrace area. 

There will be a price increase for tickets bought on the day of the game. Pay on the day will be available with the following prices: 

• Adult (17-59) – £25
• Concessions (65+, full time students) – £16
• Junior Member (16 and under) – £16
• Junior (16 and under) – £16

Car Parking

Car parking is available on Walton Street Car Park. It costs £5 per car and cash payment only.

Around the Ground

Fan Zone

Both home and visiting supporters are encouraged to arrive earlier and sample our Fan Zone behind the Main Stand, get your afternoon started in style and enjoy the atmosphere! You can grab quality drinks and food, as well as enjoy our music and entertainment both before and after the game.

Live Music and Entertainment

It wouldn’t be a Platinum Jubilee Weekend without a touch of Queen! The headline entertainment live on the pitch ahead of the match action and during half time will be sensational Freddie Mercury tribute artist Bulsara!

In the Fan Zone fans will be entertained pre-match by Danny Egan, post-match by Candice Honnor as well as a resident DJ before and after the game.

Food

• The ‘Street Kitchen’ on the concourse behind the Main Stand has a whole host of options including burgers, curry, kebabs, loaded fries and toasties, wraps, southern fried chicken, and MORE!
• The Princess Street Pie Bar will be open for the traditional rugby league delicacy
• PLUS more options around the ground.

Drinks

• The ‘Doom Bar Real Ale Bar’ features a number of guest beers in the Fan Zone.
• Our Bottle Bars are located around the ground, allowing supporters to speed up queues.
• Give the gin, wine, and prosecco bar a go in the Fan Zone.
• The Legends Lounge will be open ahead of the game and post-match too.

How to follow

Watch Live

Saturday afternoon’s game will be shown live and free on Channel 4. The programme starts at 1:30pm for pre-match build up before the 2pm kick off.

Listen Live

Listen to free audio commentary of Castleford Tigers v Wigan Warriors from the Mend-a-hose Jungle as Wigan face the Tigers in Round 14 of Betfred Super League.

Our regular commentary team of Joe Mills and Bilko (Andrew Rimmer) will bring you full commentary, with coverage starting 10 minutes before kick-off (1:50pm).

How to listen

Head to our Mixlr page by clicking HERE. Alternatively, you can simply use the pop out player below.

WiganTV is on Mixlr

Wigan TV

Highlights and match reaction will be available on Wigan TV following the result. Not a subscriber? Find out more HERE.

Social Media

As an alternative to following the game, Wigan fans can keep up-to-date with every piece of the action via our social media channels and website,

• Twitter (@WiganWarriorsRL) – live game updates and reaction at the final hooter.
• Instagram (@wiganwarriorsrl) – behind-the-scenes action, both before and after kick off.
• Facebook (Wigan Warriors) – live matchday information and reaction.
• Website (www.wiganwarriors.com) – post-match reaction including match report, and Head Coach and players reaction.