Match Preview: Hull KR
In association with Davanti Tyres, here’s everything you need to know ahead of our Betfred Super League Round 25 clash against Hull KR.
More than 16,000 supporters will be in attendance at The Brick Community Stadium on Friday night as the Warriors host Hull KR in a hugely anticipated top of the table clash.
Squad News
Matt Peet has made two changes to his squad as Harry Smith and Liam Farrell replace Jacob Douglas and Kian McDermott.
Wigan squad for Hull KR:
Opposition
Hull KR head coach Willie Peters has named his squad to face the Warriors as James Batchelor returns from suspension to replace George King.
Previous Meetings
The Warriors have won 15 of their last 16 Super League home matches against Hull KR.
Last 10 meetings:
- Hull KR 6, Wigan 38 (CCSF, 18/5/24) (at Eco-Power Stadium, Doncaster)
- Hull KR 26, Wigan 10 (SLR9, 26/4/24)
- Wigan 42, Hull KR 12 (SLSF, 7/10/23)
- Wigan 64, Hull KR 6 (SLR21, 4/8/23)
- Hull KR 11, Wigan 10 (aet) (CCSF, 23/7/23) (at Headingley, Leeds)
- Hull KR 22, Wigan 26 (aet) (SLR13, 25/5/23)
- Hull KR 27, Wigan 18 (SLR1, 18/2/23)
- Hull KR 38, Wigan 28 (SLR26, 29/8/22)
- Wigan 46, Hull KR 4 (SLR21, 28/7/22)
- Hull KR 10, Wigan 24 (SLR1, 11/2/22)
Super League Summary:
- Wigan wins: 27
- Hull KR wins: 12
- Draws: 1
Coaches Quotes
Matt Peet shared his excitement with press on Tuesday afternoon at Robin Park Arena.
Peet said: “I’m excited and certainly looking forward to Friday night. The players are also excited so we want to tap into what excites them and how that can bring our performance to another level. It’s about finding the balance.”
Read Peet’s quotes in full HERE.
Tickets
Tickets are selling fast for Friday night’s showdown against Hull KR, with the Heatable South Stand already confirmed as a sell out.
Supporters can purchase tickets in the East and West Stand online HERE, over the phone on 01942 311111, or in person from The Brick Community Stadium Ticket Office right up until kick off.
Full ticketing information can be found HERE.
Please read our mobile and digital ticketing FAQs HERE ahead of entry to The Brick Community Stadium.
Fan Village
Our Robin Park Arena Fan Village is the perfect place to soak up all the pre-match atmosphere from 6pm with live music and face painting as well as food and drinks available from our two on-site bars.
Ahead of the top of the table clash against the Robins, the Club will once again be offering an opportunity to help The Brick with its mission by donating urgently needed items of food and essentials.
Anyone who donates a tin tomorrow night, either at the East Stand Express Store in the South East corner of the stadium or The Brick van at the front of Robin Park Arena, will receive a raffle ticket in return which enters supporters into a competition to win the Big Sleepout duvet set signed by Wigan Warriors players.
Our next two exclusive Wigan Warriors player cards will be available to collect from inside the Fan Village. Please note that a maximum of one player card will be distributed per person, with cards located on all bars inside the Fan Village as well as our Robin Park Arena Club Store.
The Fan Village will be open post-match. Please note that The Brick Community Stadium car parks will close at midnight.
Kit Check
The Warriors will play in their charity third shirt on Friday night as The Brick takeover the fixture – more information on the kit is available HERE.
Not got yours? All our 2024 Kappa match and training wear is available to purchase in-store and online HERE.
Match Officials
Jack Smith has been selected as the referee to take charge, whilst Ben Thaler has been chosen as the video referee.
How to Follow
Listen Live
Listen to free audio commentary of Wigan Warriors v Hull KR from 7:50pm via our Mixlr page HERE. Alternatively, you can simply use the pop out player below:
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:
- X (@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.
