Forward of the Tremendous League Grand Last on October 12 at Outdated Trafford between Wigan Warriors and Hull KR, we take you thru the whole lot you’ll want to know in regards to the contest…
When and the place does it happen?
The Grand Last is happening on Saturday October 12, reside on Sky Sports activities, with the ‘Theatre of Desires’ Outdated Trafford as soon as once more the host venue for the blockbuster occasion.
Beginning again in 1998, the Grand Last has at all times taken place on the dwelling of Manchester United, with 9 completely different groups having competed for the trophy.
St Helens, Wigan Warriors, Bradford Bulls, Leeds Rhinos, Hull FC, Catalans Dragons, Salford Crimson Devils, Castleford Tigers and Warrington Wolves have skilled strolling out of the tunnel however not all these groups have gained it.
Certainly, solely Wigan, Saints, Bradford, and Leeds have lifted the coveted trophy, the remainder of Tremendous League daring to dream they’ll someday be part of that very small record.
Who’s competing in 2024?
We’ve a brand new Grand Finalist in 2024 as Hull KR made historical past for his or her membership by attending to the large dance for the primary time.
Willie Peters’ facet completed second within the common season after which ran out 10-8 winners in a nail-biting semi-final in opposition to Warrington Wolves.
The gang was electrical, the celebrations had been jubilant, and they are going to be seeking to carry that confidence to the largest stage and etch a brand new title on the Grand Last trophy.
Nonetheless, they’ve the hardest of outfits standing of their manner.
Wigan Warriors is a membership etched in historical past, and they’re contesting their thirteenth Grand Last, six wins on the largest of levels already below their belt.
If the Robins wish to make historical past, they’ll should beat history-makers.
Who’s the favorite?
Hull KR have actually been on fireplace this season. combining heroic defence like we noticed within the semi-final with a casual assault that catches even the perfect groups out.
Nonetheless, the Warriors should stroll into the conflict because the agency favourites.
Matt Peet’s facet have the large sport expertise and know tips on how to preserve maintain of Tremendous League’s greatest trophy and have had the higher of Hull KR on the finish of this season.
They’ve additionally not had some extent scored in opposition to them since they performed the Robins originally of September – speak about dominance.
Hull KR might be properly within the contest although and have a win over Wigan this season that can give them big confidence.
Wigan Warriors vs Hull KR: Head-to-head document
Earlier conferences in 2024: April 26 – Wigan Warriors 10-26 Hull KR; Could 18 (Problem Cup) – Wigan 38-6 Hull KR; September 6 – Hull KR 20-24 Wigan Warriors.
Who’re the earlier winners?
Like we stated earlier, there have been 4 groups who’ve saved a good grip on the trophy…
What’s the participant of the match trophy?
Often known as the Harry Sunderland Trophy from 1998 till 2023, the 2024 Grand Last will see the primary Rob Burrow Award introduced to the participant of the match.
It was beforehand named after Sunderland who was a rugby league administrator each within the UK and Australia however the Rugby Soccer League Affiliation introduced in February that the participant of the match award can be renamed to honour the late nice Leeds Rhinos no 7 and MND campaigner.
Burrow was the primary participant ever to win the Harry Sunderland trophy twice and now the award is called after as a “show of our gratitude to Rob for being the player he was,” in response to Rhodri Jones, the managing director of Rugby League Business.
Who’re the earlier winners?
The record of winners is suffering from large rugby league names and a number of legends…
How you can watch
The Tremendous League Grand Last takes place at Outdated Trafford on Saturday October 12, reside on Sky Sports activities.
The match will happen at 6pm, with protection on Sky Sports activities from 5pm.
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