#St Helens

Tonga put one foot in the Rugby League World Cup quarter-finals but were made to work hard by a gutsy Wales side. Wales initially rattled Tonga at St Helens and led for most of the first half thanks to Kyle Evans' fine try. But after Daniel Tupou crossed to get Tonga going, two quick tries just before half-time from David Fifita and Keaon…

Alex Johnston scores for South Sydney Rabbitohs in the NRL Free rugby league tips, best bets and analysis for Tuesday's Rugby League World Cup clash between Tonga and Papua New Guinea. BBC Three, 7.30pm Tuesday Papua New Guinea+26 2pts 20-21 Betfred Alex Johnston to score a try 1pt 13-5 Betfred, Paddy Power Tonga have never beaten Papua New Guinea…

Wigan Warriors are very rarely regarded as the underdogs. In the 1980s and 1990s, they were the powerhouse of rugby league. They won eight consecutive Challenge Cup Finals as they also dominated the league and the Premiership. This helped bring about Super League, a switch to summer rugby and indeed the introduction of a salary cap. However, in the…

Premier League Darts returns to Liverpool for the first time in almost two years on Thursday, with St Helens' Michael Smith hoping to bounce back from his night one quarter-final exit. Due to problems caused by the Covid-19 Pandemic, Liverpool was missed off the list of host venues in 2021, though as things return to some sort of normality, that…

My name is Ryan Hallam and I'm a Content Executive at William Hill. I love the Darts and I've been to events all around Europe so I'm previewing The World Darts Championship. It's the greatest spectacle in darts. The atmosphere. The pressure. The excitement. The fancy-dress. Alexandra Palace. The World Darts Championship. For many, the build-up to…

Every year we put our tin hats on to give our pre-season Super League predictions and every year we hold our hands up and admit we know nothing! You can read our predictions in full here or just laugh at *some* of us below… Well, as this is being written, editor James Gordon is sitting opposite me with a wry smile on his face. He got both his Grand…

KILLER CLOWN can scare a few better-fancied rivals in the Jewson Monet's Garden Old Roan Limited Handicap Chase (GBB Race) (3pm) as racing returns to Aintree Racecourse on Sunday afternoon. Emma Lavelle's seven-year-old may just come out on top for a slight shock win in the Grade Two feature at the home of the Randox Grand National. Last year's…

The fight for Fourth Round berths at the 2023 PDC Darts World Championship resumes on Thursday night at the Ally Pally. Read our darts betting tips for each of the six fixtures lined up for the night. Reigning champion Peter Wright crashed out early against Kim Huybrechts, but 2021 champion Gerwyn Price set a hot pace in storming through to the…

NOW that it's the inbetween period of Christmas and New Year, many people will be twiddling their thumbs wondering what to do next - or wondering what date it is. Don't panic! There are some brilliant rugby league-related books out there to help pass the time as well as get you excited about the new season. Here are five of the best rugby league…

Almost Gotaway (5.15, NAP) looks well treated for his debut in the sphere as he faces 10 rivals for the Follow Vickers.Bet On Handicap Hurdle at Ffos Las on Sunday. Nicky Martin's son of Getaway showed ability on his sole outing in a Newton Abbot bumper last year. Moving into maiden hurdles this year, he was a decent third at Exeter and then an…

It's Christmas time which also means the preparations for the new season are about to kick into overdrive ahead of the new season with friendlies kick starting on Boxing Day. So, here's our early prediction for how the Super League table will look come the end of the 2023 season. 1. St Helens The Champions are rightly the out right favourites to…

Rugby League is coming to Anfield next weekend (May 25-26) The sport of the M62 corridor is coming to football's heartland with Dacia Magic Weekend set for Liverpool and a chance to have a beer in your seats at Anfield while watching what former England football international Stuart Pearce describes as "the country's best kept secret". But just to…

Rugby League fans will be treated to a sneak preview of the 2021 Rugby League World Cup (RLWC) this weekend, with three intriguing Pacific nations clashes scheduled across a Super Saturday of international matches on Fox. Six countries will be looking to build some confidence and momentum ahead of the 2021 RLWC in England, which was postponed till…

When is Wakefield Trinity vs Hull FC on and what time does it start? Wakefield Trinity vs Hull FC will take place on Sunday 5 June, 2022 - 15:00 (UK) Where is Wakefield Trinity vs Hull FC taking place? Wakefield Trinity vs Hull FC will take place at Be Well Support Stadium in Wakefield, England What channel is Wakefield Trinity vs Hull FC on in the…

Twelve months later than planned, England kick off the Rugby League World Cup at St James' Park on Saturday afternoon. The host nation are as big as 16/1 to win the tournament with Betfred, who are going top price on Shaun Wane's men - they are as short as 9/1 elsewhere. Despite having not played a competitive game since 2019, Australia are red-hot…

England star Burgess admits he's doing front-rows an injustice with his current prolific scoring run. Props aren't renowned for try-scoring feats but the big South Sydney forward is in terrific form in this World Cup. "It's four tries in four games - but I'm not really counting," he deadpanned, having only scored four in his previous 25 Tests. "I…

Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Wayne Mardle and John Part preview the quarter-finals of the 2022 PDC World Championship And then there were eight. As the PDC World Championship takes a minor pause after the four-day post-Christmas burst, the mouthwatering quarter-final line-up has been set. The big Saturday night…

The seven-year-old was a smart novice hurdler for Dan Skelton last season, finishing a fine fourth behind The Nice Guy in the Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle at Cheltenham, and last month's Colin Parker winner Beauport was among two rivals standing in the 13/8 chance's way in the Jewson St Helens Novices' Chase, alongside the Paul Nicholls-trained…

OWEN Farrell has been in the news recently following a disappointing Autumn Nations series. With three Six Nations Championship titles under his belt for England as well as five Premiership successes with domestic club Saracens, Farrell has arguably been one of England's most influential players both domestically and internationally in the past…

With RLWC2021 done and dusted, League Express reporter STEPHEN IBBETSON considers the potential legacy of the men's, women's and wheelchair tournaments. MEN If the World Cup has achieved one thing, it is to reinforce that international Rugby League is the best way to grow the game to new supporters and new markets. IMG said as much when they…

This Saturday current champions St Helens and challengers Leeds Rhinos clash in the Super League Grand Final in what looks set to be a titanic battle at Old Trafford. Both sides have an impressive history of Grand Final success, with St Helens holding the record with nine victories, one clear of Leeds. Can the Rhinos join their rivals on nine…

PDC darts tips, best bets and player analysis for day ten of the 2022 William Hill World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace, London. Live on Sky Sports Arena, from 12.30pm, Monday Dirk van Duijvenbode 2pts 10-11 general Kim Huybrechts 1pt 4-1 general Jonny Clayton to win 4-0 1pt 3-1 Hills Michael Smith to win 4-1 1pt 3-1 Betfred The Smiths…

The Rugby League World Cup is over with Australia world champions once again and England wondering what might have been. Normal service has resumed. Things were going so well. In fact, England were brilliant in the early stages, beating Samoa, France, Greece and Papua New Guinea before coming unstuck in the semi-final against the star studded…

We are really starting to properly dunk ourselves back into jumps action now, with two meetings over the sticks to get stuck into on Sunday. First here's a quick list of the tips, then a bit of extra detail on the horses we really fancy. You can check out the race cards, results and latest odds from all the racecourses in Planet Sport's racing live…

Just two more quarter-finals remain to be played on the Winter Gardens stage as Peter Wright, Michael Smith, Michael van Gerwen and Nathan Aspinall vie for a place in the last four. Here's our match-by-match guide of all the action...

When is Wigan Warriors vs St. Helens on and what time does it start? Wigan Warriors vs St. Helens will take place on Saturday 7 May, 2022 - 14:30 (UK) Where is Wigan Warriors vs St. Helens taking place? Wigan Warriors vs St. Helens will take place at Elland Road in Leeds, England What channel is Wigan Warriors vs St. Helens on in the UK? Wigan…

Here's what you might have missed overnight at the 2021 Rugby League World Cup in England. Tonga were well below their best but had enough strike power to outlast Wales 32-6 in St Helens on Tuesday morning (AEDT). After Test debutant Kyle Evans got Wales on the board first it was Roosters star Daniel Tupou who got Tonga back into the game midway…

Shaun Wane's hosts were actually underdogs heading into the contest against a powerful and skilful Samoa outfit that contained five players from NRL Grand Final winners Penrith Panthers. But England shook off any fears of a losing start to the tournament by dominating the contest and running in 10 tries in their toughest group game. They had close…

Six players from Super League and another six from the NRL could put themselves in the shop window with impressive performances for their nations over the coming weeks. Some big talents could be snapped up by Yorkshire's clubs before the start of the 2023 season, as recruitment continues ahead of pre-season later this year. Below are all the…

England boss Shaun Wane will have a selection dilemma ahead of his side's quarter-final clash against Papua New Guinea at Wigan's DW Stadium. The 58-year-old has stated that he welcomes the headache, and is "close" to knowing his strongest 17. One of the biggest talking points so far has been England's options on the outside; with three wingers…

Here are your Rugby League World Cup evening headlines for Tuesday, November 1, 2022. Let us take you through the big stories of today as we continue our coverage of the tournament leading up to the quarter-finals this weekend. Papua New Guinea coach Stanley Tepend says beating England isn't unthinkable but understands the magnitude of the…

Joe Burgess will hope to inspire Salford Red Devils to a win today Best bets, rugby league tips & analysis for Sunday's Betfred Super League fixture between Salford Red Devils and St Helens. 3pm Sunday Salford Red Devils+10 2pts 10-11 Hills Wakefield Trinity remain favourites to finish bottom of the Betfred Super League despite a thumping derby…

When is Wakefield Trinity vs Huddersfield Giants on and what time does it start? Wakefield Trinity vs Huddersfield Giants will take place on Thursday 28 April, 2022 - 20:00 (UK) Where is Wakefield Trinity vs Huddersfield Giants taking place? Wakefield Trinity vs Huddersfield Giants will take place at Be Well Support Stadium in Wakefield,…

When is St. Helens vs Wakefield Trinity on and what time does it start? St. Helens vs Wakefield Trinity will take place on Monday 29 August, 2022 - 15:00 (UK) Where is St. Helens vs Wakefield Trinity taking place? St. Helens vs Wakefield Trinity will take place at Totally Wicked Stadium in St. Helens, England What channel is St. Helens vs Wakefield…

England, Australia and New Zealand have all racked up in excess of 100 points over the course of their two games so far, but while the three usual suspects have got off to a flyer there is still all sorts to play for in the Rugby League World Cup. After two rounds we have seen big performances and big scores, but there have also been some…

St Helens prop Alex Walmsley dodges a tackle Rugby league tips, best bets and analysis for Thursday's Betfred Super League clash between St Helens and Leeds Rhinos. Sky Sports Arena & Main Event, 8pm Thursday St Helens -14 on handicap 2pts 11-10 general Four wins from their last six matches have given Leeds Rhinos a glimmer of hope in the race for…

Five years on from its last iteration - and a year after it was originally set to take place - the 2021 Rugby League World Cup kicks off this weekend when England face Samoa at St James' Park in Newcastle. Shaun Wane's hosts will be one of 16 sides jockeying to be crowned the best national team on the planet, alongside holders Australia, world…

After a one-year delay, the 2021 Rugby League World Cup finally gets underway this weekend with all eyes on the heavyweight contest between England and Samoa which gets the tournament off and running in Newcastle on Saturday. But that's not the only fascinating contest, with plenty more to keep an eye on between now and Wednesday. ENGLAND v SAMOA…

Water is wet, the sky is blue, and Australia are favourites to defend their Rugby League World Cup title. The Kangaroos have become so dominant in this competition it's not even funny. They've won eight of the last nine editions, with a sole final defeat to New Zealand on home soil in 2008 denying them a clean sweep of wins in the last…

England face Samoa at St James' Park on Saturday in the opening game of the Rugby League World Cup. The tournament will begin this weekend a year after it was postponed due to the Covid pandemic. Shaun Wane's side were beaten in the final of the last World Cup in 2017 by Australia and will be aiming to go a step further this time around on home…

FRANCE Team alias: Les Bleus/ Les Tricolores/ The Chanticleers World Ranking: 9th Coach Laurent Frayssinous has predicted his team can defy the odds and do the country proud this month after France was announced last month as hosts for the next World Cup in 2025. With 21 of his 24-man squad drawn from the English Super League, including former…

After six Masters events held throughout the summer, the finalists of the World Series of Darts have been confirmed and the 24 contenders are set to battle it out for glory in Amsterdam. All the likely contenders have made it to this stage, including four-time winner Michael van Gerwen, as well as former World Series champions Jonny Clayton, Gerwyn…

Here are your Rugby League World Cup evening headlines for Monday October 10, 2022. The Rugby League World Cup was officially launched today in Manchester on what was a busy day for news across the game. Let us take you through the big stories of today as we start the countdown to this year's tournament which begins on Saturday with England taking…

With the World Cup fast approaching, NRL.com takes a look at how each Group shapes up and who are the key men who have to stand up if their nation is to progress to the knockout stages... It is arguably the tournament's toughest group to pick a winner from, with host nation England set to battle it out with a star-studded Samoa side which includes…

James Graham says doctors are concerned by "dark spots" which have shown up on a recent brain scan, believed to be the result of repeated head trauma. Graham, 37, suffered more than 100 concussions and 18000 collisions during his career and has undergone a series of tests since his retirement. The former St Helens, Canterbury and St…

WARRINGTON Wolves has a rich history of having current and former players representing their international sides. As such, the upcoming Rugby League World Cup got us thinking - could we create a dream 17 of Wire players past, present and future drawn from players who have represented the competing nations? We thought that would be too easy so we…

Jack Welsby has been in fine tryscoring form for St Helens Free rugby league tips, best bets and analysis for St Helens v Wigan Warriors in the Betfred Super League. Sky Sports Arena & Main Event, 7.30pm Sunday St Helens -18 2pts Evs Betfred Wigan Warriors are in freefall, a line you don't hear often in the Betfred Super League, and they are…

Schedule: Cook Islands (Leigh Sports Village, Leigh); Tonga (Totally Wicked Stadium, St Helens); Papua New Guinea (Eco-Power Stadium, Doncaster) World Cup Appearances: 5 (1975, 1995, 2000, 2013, 2017) Best Result: Semi-finals (1995, 2000) Head Coach: John Kear Title Odds: $1001 Now two decades on from one of the golden eras of Welsh rugby league,…

The Rugby League World Cup kicks off on Saturday 15 October as England face Samoa at Newcastle's St James' Park. The biggest and hopefully best tournament in history, sixteen nations will compete across four groups, with Australia looking to make it three World Cup wins in a row. It's getting real now and with that in mind, here's the first of…