Battle of the Borough dates in 2026

Wigan Warriors meet Leigh Leopards in two Battle of the Borough clashes during the 2026 Betfred Super League season.

Matt Peet’s side will take on neighbours Leigh Leopards twice in the upcoming campaign, with the Rounds revealed during Thursday morning’s fixture announcement.

The Battle of the Borough rivalry has showcased intensity, drama and high level skill in recent seasons to deliver one of the most action-packed contests of the year – with more to come in 2026.

Wigan Warriors v Leigh Leopards, Round 3, Thursday 26 February, The Brick Community Stadium

A highly anticipated first Battle of the Borough clash takes place early in the season when Wigan host Leigh in Round 3.

The Warriors met the Leopards twice at home in 2025, losing the first in a historic, and electric, Super League opener in front of more than 21,000 supporters. A golden-point extra time drop goal separated the rivals with Leigh winning 1-0 after the first 0-0 draw in the competition’s 29-year history.

The Warriors returned to winning ways against the Leopards in the Super League Play-Off Semi-Final under the lights. Bevan French’s first half double was added to with a late Sam Walters score to seal a third straight Grand Final appearance at Old Trafford.

Leigh Leopards v Wigan Warriors, Round 21, Friday 31 July, Progress With Unity Stadium

The reverse Battle of the Borough meeting will see the Warriors travel to the newly named Progress With Unity Stadium at the end of July, falling in between home matches against St.Helens and Toulouse Olympique.

The Warriors had enjoyed victories in five of their last six visits across the borough until the Leopards came from behind to earn a first home win over Wigan since 2017.

Join the Warriors at The Brick Community Stadium in 2026 with a Warriors Season Membership – all information can be found HERE. Seat Renewal Deadline is just one week away so make sure you secure your usual seat before 5pm on Friday 5 December.