Sky Sports to show Wigan Warriors vs Salford Red Devils on March 24 due to Wakefield Trinity pitch issues | Rugby League News

March 16, 2023 admin

“Sky Sports will show Super League Round Six fixture between Wigan and Salford on Friday, March 24. This change from the originally scheduled fixture, between Wakefield and Hull KR, has been requested by the RFL and RL Commercial following the recent issues regarding the playing surface”

Last Updated: 16/03/23 1:33pm

Sky Sports will now show Wigan vs Salford in Super League Round Six due to Wakefield pitch issues

Sky Sports will show Wigan Warriors vs Salford Red Devils in Super League Round Six in place of Wakefield Trinity vs Hull KR, after an RFL request due to pitch issues at Wakefield.

The televised fixture amendment for Friday March 24 was confirmed on Thursday.

“This change from the originally scheduled fixture, between Wakefield Trinity and Hull KR, has been requested by the RFL and RL Commercial following the recent issues regarding the playing surface at the Be Well Support Stadium,” a Super League statement confirmed.

“The RFL and RL Commercial are grateful to all involved – the four clubs, and Sky Sports – for their co-operation, and stress that the Wakefield versus Hull KR fixture remains scheduled for the Be Well Support Stadium on March 24.

The televised fixture amendment comes after an RFL and RL Commercial request regarding issues with the playing surface at the Be Well Support Stadium

“But that remains subject to a pitch inspection early next week, so this change has been made to provide clarity for supporters, viewers and for Sky Sports.”