Field and French flourish for Wigan to boost title charge with victory at Leigh
Wigan Warriors secured a comeback victory against Leigh Leopards in the Super League, boosting their position to second in the standings. Tries from Bevan French and strong play from the team helped them overcome an early deficit.
Why it matters
The result significantly impacts the Super League title race, keeping Wigan in contention with league leaders Leeds.
Bevan French enjoys his try for Wigan in their comeback victory at Leigh. Photograph: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com/Shutterstock Bevan French enjoys his try for Wigan in their comeback victory at Leigh. Photograph: Ed Sykes/SWpix.com/Shutterstock Super League Field and French flourish for Wigan to boost title charge with victory at Leigh Super League: Leigh 8-20 Wigan
Wigan move up to second within two points of Leeds
Prefer the Guardian on Google There are moments in Super League seasons, marathons as they are, which can often prove to be sliding doors occasions for both teams involved. And as the full-time hooter sounded in Leigh and Wigan celebrated another statement win with their travelling support, it was not difficult to imagine how one particular moment from this derby could swing the seasons of both teams.
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