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Leigh 10 Hull FC 24

Hull got back to Winning ways with a big win against Leigh.

Leading 18-0 at half time with Tries from Liam Watts and Albert Kelly they were in total control.

Leigh battled back in the 2nd half with a try from ex Red Liam Hood but Hull had enough to secure the win to gain some confidence for the weeks to come.

 

Leeds 42 Widnes 22

Leeds survived a spirited performance by Widnes to keep in touching distance of the top of Super league.

It was another top performance by ex Red Joel Moon which was the highlight for Leeds in the 1st half with 2 tries to help them build a 30-6 lead.

Widnes fought hard throughout the game and battled back into contention with tries from Tom Gilmore but Leeds yet again found another gear with a try from Kalum Watkins sealing the win for them.

 

Catalan Dragons 38 Salford 6

Salfords 5 game unbeaten run came to an end in a hot day in France.

Catalan are a strong side at home and found some rhythm in the 1st half with Tries from Vincent Duport scoring twice.

Justin Carney scored a length of the field try to give Salford some hope but that was extinguished when Ex Red Richie Myler scored and Vincent Duport scored his hatrick try.

 

Warrington 26 Huddersfield 24

Warrington secured their 3rd win on the trot with a hard fought victory against Huddersfield.

Wire lead 16-12 at half time with tries from Darl Clark and Kirt Gidley.

Danny Brough was Huddersfields main threat scoring a try and kicking a penalty goal to push the Giants into a 20-16 lead.

Two late Warrington Tries swung the game their way, despite more heroics from Brough at the end his conversation attempt sailed wide and the points were Warringtons.

 

Wakefield 10 Wigan 16

Wigan edged out Wakefield in a scrappy affair at Belle View on Bank Holiday Monday.

Sean O'loughlin scored for Wigan but Ex Red Ben Jones Bishop put Wakefield back in contention.

Both sides could have won the game in the latter stages but a  Liam Marshall effort was the match winner for the Warriors.

 

St Helens 26 Castleford 22

League leaders Castleford Tigers suffered defeat against St Helens.  

Two tries from Regan Grace help build a lead for Saints in the 1st period of the game 20-8 but Castleford fought back.

Castleford with two tries from Ex Red Greg Eden and Ben Roberts were hopeful they could stage a remarkable 2nd half fight back but Saints just about squeezed over the line to secure the win.

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Huddersfield 22 Catalan Dragons 29

Catalan kicked of their Easter period with a hard fought win against Hudddsfield.

Aaron Murphy and Jake Mamo scored twice to put the Giants ahead but Tony Gigot's try and Brayden Wiliame's converted score gave Dragons a 12-10 lead at the break.

Catalan took control in the 2nd half Ex Red Richie Myler among the scorers.

Huddersfield have now gone seven games without a win, despite battling draws at both Wigan and St Helens during that run, and remain third from bottom. Catalan are seventh.

 

Widnes 10 Warrington 19

Warrington beat Widnes in a close fought Cheshire derby this Easter.

Stefan Marsh scored early for Widnes Wolves then hit back with tries from Tom Lineham, Jack Hughes and Joe Philbin, and Declan Patton's drop-goal, to lead give them a 17-4 at half-time lead.

Charly Runciman pulled one back for Widnes but Patton's late penalty made it three games unbeaten for Tony Smith's side and builds the pressure on Widnes coach Dennis Betts.

 

Salford Red Devil's 12 Leigh Centurions 6

Salford secured their 5 win in a row after a nervy win against Leigh on Good Friday.

Leigh's Mitch Brown's first-half try was cancelled out by a Kris Welham's score to make it 6-6 at half-time.

Gareth O'Brien scored for Salford after a long period of pressure, and Michael Dobson added the two to put Salford ahead with quarter of an hour to play.  It got very nervous down the AJ Bell from then on but Salford saw the game out to the delight of the big crowd that turned out on the day.

 

Hull FC 24 Leeds Rhinos 52

A big win away for the Rhinos allows them to keep pace with the other front runners in Super League.

It was a good day for ex Red Joel Moon who's double helped put Leeds 30-12 up in a five-try first-half performance, with Steve Michaels and Ex Red  Scott Taylor going over in response.

Hull's Jamie Shaul and Mark Minichiello then went over either side of Danny McGuire's sin-binning for Leeds.

But Leeds have found some back bone and saw the tough game out. A win which will please Brian McDermott. Hull FC coach Lee Radford will be concerned as another 50 point defeat has got the alarm bells ringing.

 

Wigan Warriors 29 St Helens 18

Wigan kicked off their Easter with a big win against St Helens. Saints who had Kyle Amor sent off early battled throughout the game but trailed when Joe Burgess scored before half time.

Tries from Liam Marshall, another from Liam Farrell and Burgess' second eased Wigan clear despite replies from Regan Grace and Tommy Makinson.

With Keiron Cunningham departed the Saints will look back at this game as one which got away from them after the sending off of Kyle Amor.

 

Castleford Tigers 42 Wakefield 24

Castleford beat local rivals Wakefield to keep their top spot in Super League.

Castleford started well with six first-half tries, with Jake Webster and Grant Millington crossing twice, after David Fifita gave Wakefield an early lead.

Prop Fifita scored again in the second half, Wakefield thought they could be in with a chance of Good Friday Success.

Castlefords Greg Eden's scored his 12th try of the season ensured a fourth straight Tigers win.

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Salford Red Devil's 22 St Helens 14

Salford continued their winning run with a battling display against St Helens.  Salfords 1st half was strong and were rewarded when Craig Kopcjack scored and Salford lead 8-0 at half time.

Saints came back in the 2nd half with a try from Alex Warmsley but a double from Michael Dobson made the game safe for Salford.

 

Leeds Rhino 26 Wigan 18

Leeds Rhinos overcame a spirited Wigan to record another win at Headingley. The highlight for Leeds was Kalum Watkins who was celebrating his 200th career appearance going over for the Rhinos.

 

George Williams scored twice for Wigan but it wasn't enough on the night. Another defeat for Wigan which makes them slip towards mid table in Super league.

 

Castleford 52 Huddersfield 16

Luke Gale and Joel Monaghan both scored hatricks for Castleford to keep them top of the pile

Leading 16-4 at half time Castleford were in contol, Ryan Brierley hit back with a try for the Giants in the 2nd half but a 24 point contribution by Luke Gale gave Castleford the win.

Catalan 18 Wakefield 38

It was a very successful trip to the south of France for Wakefield as a hatrick by ex Red Ben Jones Bishop gave them the two points.

Wakefield were never in danger of losing this game, two tries for Catalan one from Krisnan Inu was the highlight for them but it was Trinity who came away victorious.

 

Leigh Centurions 24 Widnes Vikings 37

Widnes recorded their 1st win of 2017 by beating Leigh.

The Vikings were made to work hard for the win and lead 18-12 at half time.

A hatrick for Danny Craven was enough for the Vikings after a spirited performance and a try from Danny Tickle was as good as it got for Leigh.

 

Warrington 22 Hull 22

Both sides will look back at this game as one they should have won.  Hull lead 20-8 at half time with a try from Albert Kelly but back came Warrington.

A Marty Russell hatrick saved Warrington and even tho both sides tried to win the game at the end a draw was a fair result. Ex Red Mark Sneyd kicked 5 goals.

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Wakefield 28 Leigh 24

Wakefield scored three tries in a strong 2nd half performance to record a victory over a battling leigh.

Leigh started well in the 1st half with 3 tries then Wakefield hit back with 3 tries one from ex red Ben Jones Bishop and the game was still in the balance.

Trinity finished the stronger and with Try's from Jacob Miller and another from BJB Wakefield saw the game out.

 

Huddlesfield 12 Leeds 28

Leeds are showing signs of recovery after recording their 3rd  straight win this time at Huddersfield. It was a battle a Matt Parcell try for Leeds  gave them a 18-12 lead which showed at half time this game could have gone eather way.

A try from Jordan Baldwinson was enough for Leeds in the 2nd half and with Liam Sutcliffe kicking a penalty the Leeds faithful were happy with the win.

 

Widnes 10 Salford Red Devil's 46

A demolition job for the Red Devil's as they recorded a impressive away win at the struggling Vikings.

A opening score by Lami Tasi set the platform and it was all one way traffic from there as salford raced into a 0-30 half time lead.

Todd Carney made is Salford debut in the 2nd half and set up a try for Gaz O'Brien in a great win for the Salford Red Devil's. A late try by Rhys Hanbury for Widnes was as good as it got for them.

 

Wigan 20 Hull FC 22

Hull FC leap frogged Wigan to go top of Super league with hard fought win at the DW stadium.

Try's from Albert Kelly and Jamie Shaul put Hull in control at 0-22 early in the 2nd half.

George Williams and Liam Marshall gave the Warriors hope of snatching a win but Morgan Escare missed the crutial conversion and the Hull went home with the points.

 

St Helens 31 Warrington Wolves 6

Another defeat for Warrington as the Saints went marching on to another win, Jack Owens scored in a 3 try burst for St Helens who had Matty Smith back from injury lead 18-0 at the break.

Kurt Gidley scored for Warrington in the 2nd half but they were always 2nd best, Alex Warmsley and a drop goal by Smith put the cherry on the cake for Keiron Cunninghams men.

 

Castleford Tigers 43 Catalan 26

Castleford Tigers returned to the top of Super League with a comeback win against Catalan Dragons.

Ex Red Richie Myler put the French men 0-14 up but they were unable to game manage the situation and the Tigers scale roaring back.

Two tries from ex red Greg Eden put the Tigers back in control and Ex Salford favourite Rangi Chase making his come back from recent discipline issues turned the game the Tigers way.

Victory for the Tigers takes them back to the top of the Super League after defeat against Salford last week.

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SALFORD RED DEVILS 13 CASTLEFORD 12 match report

There was a real buzz in the air at the AJ Bell stadium as league leaders Castleford tigers visited! Castleford were top of the table after 4 wins beating Leigh,Warrington,Leeds and Widnes all quite convincingly with lots of points posted! The pundits had made the Tigers very strong favourites during the week. 

 

It was a cagey opening as both sides tested each other out. Castleford opened the scoring when Luke Gales high kick was allowed to bounce by Greg Johnson, Gale followed up to score a simple try and slotted the conversation over 0-6. 

Salford's first real chance arrived but O Briens kick through is just to long for Junior Sau and went dead in goal. Both defences are on top not giving much away. 

After 29 minutes Robert Lui forced a drop out with a neat grubber kick. Mark Flanagan grafting as usual finds Lui with a great pass, Lui feeds Ben Murdoch Masila who hits a superb line to crash over in the corner. O Brien misses the kick 4-6.

 

With the clock counting down to half time Salford are penalised for not playing the ball correctly. The Tigers piled on the pressure but Salford's goal line defence is excellent. 

Greg Johnson does well to palm the ball dead from a dangerous kick. Cas attack from the drop out with Micheal Shenton putting Greg Eden in but referee Phil Bentham blows for a forward pass. Half time 4-6.

The first points of the second half come fairly early as Junior Sau loses the ball in centre field. Greg Minikin takes Salford's defenders over the line with him to score a strange try! Michael Dobson seemed to drag the cas man over the line. Gales kick from the touch line is good to nudge the Tigers further ahead at 4-12. 

Surely another try for the Tigers would clinch the match but next came a real turning point. Robert Lui puts a huge kick up causing panic at the back for cas. Zak hardacker throws a leg at it, it bounces kindly and Salford regather. The Red Devil's pile the pressure on as there roared on by the home support. Murdoch Masila takes the ball forward, looks like there is nothing on but he powers through towards the line. There is a cheer from the crowd as he gets the ball down, referee Bentham awards the try and the stadium erupts! O Brien kicks the goal 10-12. 

 

Salford have got Castleford on the ropes and force the Tigers to knock on with some tenacious defence! Adam Walne, Lee Mossop and Masila were outstanding! Olsi krasniqi and George Griffin also put big shifts in! Olsi landing on his front with quick play the balls for Kris Brining and Logan Tomkins to inflict some damage. 

With 15 minutes remain the match was on a knife edge. Substitute Todd Carney prowled the touch line waiting for his chance. Bentham awards Salford a penalty bang in front of the sticks! The screams of take the two reverb round the stadium! O Brien does just that and the scores are level at 12-12! 

The clock counts down as both sides start to think about a drop goal. The desire in defence from Salford is relentless and cas make the mistake! This was the time for Salford to strike! Three minutes remain Gareth O Brien gets in range and calmly slots the drop goal. Salford lead 13-12! 

Inevitably cas try a short kick off but the Red Devil's are wise to it and play their set out. The Tigers get one more shot and come charging forward! Salford pressure Gale and Paul McShane the likely drop goal merchants! The relief round the stadium is deafening as Micheal Dobson pounces on the loose ball and he hoofs the ball in to touch as the full time hooter sounds! Coming back from 4-12 down against Super Leagues form team shows how far this team has progressed! The team spirit and desire is there for all to see! 

 

In a week where Ian Watsons new contract had been mentioned the team did him proud today! Ian was delighted after the game praising the defence and the way Luke Gale was dealt with. Salford will now look to build on today when they visit Widnes vikings next Friday! Final score Salford 13 Castleford 12!

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Pictures by Steve McCormick 

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Salford Red Devils v Castleford Tigers Big match preview

Salford Red Devil's take on Castleford Tigers on Sunday which promises to be a thrilling encounter. Check out our big match preview below where the game will be won and lost this weekend. 

Battle 1 the generals

Michal Dobson V Luke Gale

This will no doubt be the key battle and both players are the main ball players for the sides. Both similar in there game styles which number 7 will come out on top. Dobson's kicking game will be vital to the Devils and Gale's general attacking play will be key for the Tigers. For me this battle will be the one to watch.

 

Battle 2 BMM V MMK

Big Ben will no doubt want to put last week dying second in the game behind him and hopefully he can put that right on Sunday. He had a really strong game on his return to the side last week and we will need him to be at his best against a very strong tigers pack 

McMeeken has been an outstanding player for the tigers since his signature from the London Broncos. His performances has seen him called into the England RL set up so he will be one player we need to target if we are to get the 2 points at the AJ Bell.

 

Battle 2 The 2nd Men

Obrien v Hardaker 

Both players like to be the 2nd ball players in attack and like to loop round their side to create some magic out wide. Obrien will need to have his kicking boots on to make sure we get all the points we can and no doubt the two fullbacks will encounter each other in attack

 

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Form guide

 

Ex players

 

Justin Carney and Weller Hauraki are ex Castleford crowd favourites and will be looking to push Salford to victory on Sunday. Ex Red Rangi Chase may have other ideas if selected by Castleford he could be the match winner for them.

Squads

 

 

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