Match Preview: Warrington (Challenge Cup)

In association with Davanti Tyres, here is everything you need to know ahead of Sunday’s Challenge Cup Quarter Final clash against Warrington Wolves at the DW Stadium.

The Warriors will be hoping to take one step closer to retaining the Challenge Cup when they face Warrington Wolves in the first match back at the DW Stadium since mid-May.

Squad News

Matt Peet has made one change to his 21-man squad for the clash with Warrington, as Sam Powell is replaced by Ethan Havard who comes back into contention after recovering from an elbow injury.

Wigan squad for Warrington:

Opposition

Warrington have made two changes to their 21-player squad as Joe Philibin and Luke Thomas replace Riley Dean and Tom Whitehead.

Warrington 21-man squad:

Previous Meetings

Last Ten:

  • Warrington 6, Wigan 13 (SLR9, 14/4/23)
  • Wigan 32, Warrington 6 (SLR22, 5/8/22)
  • Warrington 22, Wigan 40 (SLR11, 29/4/22)
  • Warrington 10, Wigan 6 (SLR23, 5/9/21) (at St James’ Park, Newcastle)
  • Warrington 21, Wigan 8 (SLR16, 28/7/21)
  • Wigan 14, Warrington 40 (SLR12, 30/6/21)
  • Warrington 14, Wigan 18 (SLR15, 9/10/20) (at Emerald Headingley, Leeds)
  • Wigan 16, Warrington 10 (SLR1, 30/1/20)
  • Wigan 20, Warrington 6 (SLR26, 16/8/19)
  • Warrington 26, Wigan 14 (SLR16, 25/5/19) (at Anfield, Liverpool)

Challenge Cup Summary

  • Wigan Wins: 12
  • Warrington Wins: 10
  • Draws: 1

Last Five in Challenge Cup:

  • 2019 (Round 6) Warrington 26 Wigan 24
  • 2018 (Quarter Final) Warrington 23 Wigan 0
  • 2017 (Quarter Final) Warrington 26 Wigan 27
  • 2011 (Quarter Final) Warrington 24 Wigan 44
  • 2009 (Semi-Final) Warrington 39 Wigan 26 (at Stobart Stadium, Widnes)

Coach Quotes

Matt Peet told the press on Wednesday afternoon that being back at the DW Stadium is a ‘massive boost’ ahead of Sunday’s Quarter Final clash.

He said: “When cup draws are made the first thing you hope for is a home draw, and we have been fortunate to get that. Being at home for this tie is a massive boost for everyone and we need to put in a performance the fans can be proud of.”

Read the full preview from Matt Peet HERE.

Matchday Info

Tickets

Ticket prices for the game are as follows:

CategorySeason Ticket Holder PriceNon-Season Ticket Holder Price
South Stand Adult£18.00£22.00
South Stand Concession (Over 60 & 18-24)£12.00£16.00
South Stand JuniorFree£6.00
East/West Stands Adult£20.00£24.00
East/West Stands Concession (Over 60 & 18-24)£14.00£18.00
East/West Stands JuniorFree£7.00

Matchday hospitality is also available for this fixture, with more details available HERE.

How to buy

Tickets for this clash are available to buy online by clicking HERE. Tickets can also be purchased on Sunday from the DW Stadium Ticket Office, which will be open from 11am until kick off.

Robin Park Fan Arena Village

Our Fan Village will be open from 11am with lots of activity going on at Robin Park Arena! Our Women’s team are also in Challenge Cup Quarter Final action as they take on Huddersfield Giants at 11:30am, with spectators welcome to come and watch the game from the stands.

Our Club store and pop-up store will both be open to pick up any merchandise ahead of the game, as well as two on-site bars. The next four player cards will also be available to collect in the Fan Village, so look out for members of Warriors staff and stewards who will have the cards ready to give out.

Kit Check

Wigan Warriors will play in their Cherry and White home kit on Sunday afternoon.

Not got yours? Get your very own replica shirt, available in-store at Robin Park Arena and online HERE.

Match Officials

The man in the middle for Sunday’s tie is Liam Moore.

Photo: Allan McKenzie/SWpix.com

How to Follow

Listen Live

Listen to free audio commentary of Wigan Warriors v Warrington Wolves from 2:20pm. Head to our Mixlr page by clicking HERE. Alternatively, you can simply use the pop out player below:

WiganTV is on Mixlr

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.
Friday 16 June 2023