Match Preview: Leigh (SLR17)
In association with Davanti Tyres, here’s everything you need to know ahead of OUR Betfred sUPER LEAGUE BATTLE AGAINST lEIGH LEOPARDS.
Tickets
Please note that our allocation of tickets for this fixture have sold out, and no tickets will be available to purchase from Leigh Sports Village on the day.
Squad News
Wigan Warriors head coach Matt Peet has made two squad changes ahead of Friday night’s fixture as Abbas Miski and Harvey Makin replace Harvie Hill and Jacob Douglas.
Opposition
Leigh Leopards head coach Adrian Lam has made three changes to the 20-player squad he named last time out as Alec Tuitavake, Andrew Badrock and AJ Towse replace Darnell McIntosh and Robbie Mulhern.
Previous Meetings
Leigh recorded a 1-0 victory over the Warriors in the opening round of the Super League season before Wigan beat the Leopards 36-28 in the last meeting – both at The Brick Community Stadium.
Last 10:
- Wigan 36, Leigh 28 (SLR11, 16/5/25)
- Wigan 0, Leigh 1 (aet) (SLR1, 13/2/25)
- Wigan 38, Leigh 0 (SLSF, 5/10/24)
- Wigan 28, Leigh 6 (SLR2, 6/8/24)
- Wigan 24, Leigh 6 (SLR16, 5/7/24)
- Leigh 12, Wigan 40 (SLR7, 4/4/24)
- Leigh 6, Wigan 10 (SLR27, 22/9/23)
- Wigan 44, Leigh 18 (SLR20, 29/7/23)
- Leigh 6, Wigan 34 (SLR7, 30/3/23)
- Wigan 50, Leigh 6 (SLR17, 1/8/21)
Super League Summary:
- Leigh wins: 2
- Wigan wins: 14
Supporter Information
Please note free parking is available at Leigh Sports Village on a first come, first served basis. Supporters should not park on the neighbouring Morrison’s Car Park as doing so will result in a fine.
Leigh Sports Village is a cashless stadium. Supporters should bring card or contactless payment options to purchase food and refreshments.
Wigan & Leigh Hospice will be fundraising around Leigh Sports Village ahead of Friday night’s battle. Keep an eye out for bucket collections which will be taking cash donations from supporters.
Coaches Quotes
Wigan Warriors head coach Matt Peet spoke to the press earlier this week to look ahead to a ‘tough’ Battle of the Borough clash at Leigh Sports Village.
He said: “A few years ago it was a surprise seeing Leigh at the top end of the table, but that’s long gone. It’s certainly one of our toughest fixtures, home or away, not just because of the rivalry, but the quality.”
Read Peet’s full preview HERE.
Kit Check
The Warriors will wear their Kappa away kit at Leigh Sports Village.
Not got yours? Our exciting 2025 Kappa playing and training range can be purchased from our Robin Park Arena Club Store and online HERE.
Match Officials
Jack Smith will referee the clash whilst Chris Kendall has been selected as the video referee.
How to Follow
Listen Live
Listen to free audio commentary of Leigh Leopards v Wigan Warriors from 7:50pm (GMT) via our Mixlr page HERE. Alternatively, you can simply use the pop out player below:
Social Media:
Wigan fans can keep up-to-date with every piece of the action via our social media channels and website:
- Website (www.wiganwarriors.com) – post-match reaction including match report, and head coach and players reaction.
- 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.
- WhatsApp (Wigan Warriors) – behind-the-scenes, both before and after kick-off.
