Wakefield Trinity reached their first ever Super League Grand Final by defeating the Wigan Warriors 33-6 in the play-off semi-final on Saturday. The dominant victory at The Brick Community Stadium ended Wigan’s hopes of securing a treble and halted their 16-game winning run.
Adam Keighran Yellow Card and Trinity’s Second-Half Surge
Wakefield held a narrow 8-6 lead at the end of a tight first period after England winger Tom Johnstone cancelled out Brad O’Neill’s opening try for the Warriors. The match swung decisively in the second half when Wigan centre Adam Keighran received a yellow card. Trinity capitalized immediately during the sin-bin period, as Tom Johnstone crossed for his second try, alongside scores from Jack Sinfield and Corey Hall. Ky Rodwell later added a fifth try, sealing 33 unanswered points for the visitors.
From Championship Contenders to Grand Finalists
Just a Championship side in 2024, Wakefield have mounted a massive progression under owner Matt Ellis and head coach Daryl Powell. The emphatic semi-final win places them just one victory away from becoming Super League champions. They will face Warrington Wolves in the title decider at Old Trafford on Saturday, 3 October. Meanwhile, the defeat crushes Wigan’s bid for a fourth consecutive Grand Final appearance, despite already securing the Challenge Cup and the League Leaders’ Shield earlier in the season.
Standout Player Ratings From the Press Box
According to match reports reporting live from the press box, several Wakefield stars earned top marks for their efforts. Max Jowitt received a 10 out of 10 rating for a near-perfect kicking display and constant attacking threat. Cam Scott, Jake Trueman, Tyson Smoothy, and Caleb Hamlin-Uele also earned maximum ratings. Hamlin-Uele provided a powerhouse shift off the bench to top the match metres in the first half, while Mason Lino sealed the win late on with a drop-goal.
Did you know? Wakefield Trinity were playing in the second-tier Championship as recently as 2024 before their rapid transformation under Daryl Powell and Matt Ellis brought them to the brink of a Super League title.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Super League semi-final between Wigan and Wakefield?
Wakefield Trinity defeated Wigan Warriors 33-6 to reach their first ever Super League Grand Final.
Who will Wakefield play in the Grand Final?
Wakefield Trinity will face Warrington Wolves in the Grand Final at Old Trafford on Saturday, 3 October.
What was Wigan’s record entering the match?
Wigan Warriors entered the semi-final on a 16-game winning run, having already secured the Challenge Cup and the League Leaders’ Shield.
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