Here's who Leeds Rhinos could play in Super League semi-final as Warrington Wolves v Hull KR holds key
Leeds Rhinos will find out on Saturday evening who they face in next weekend’s home semi-final.
The Betfred Super League play-offs kicked off tonight (Friday) when Wakefield Trinity, who finished fourth in the table, beat fifth-placed Leigh Leopards 26-16 at DIY Kitchens Stadium, Belle Vue. On Saturday, third-placed team Warrington Wolves have home advantage against defending champions Hull KR who filled the sixth and final play-off spot.
League leaders Wigan Warriors and runners-up Rhinos both have a bye through the first round and a home semi-final next Saturday and Friday respectively. Leeds will take on the highest-ranked winning side from the elimination ties, which rules out Hull KR as prospective opponents.
If Warrington win on Saturday they will travel to AMT Headingley, with Trinity visiting Wigan. Should Hull KR come out on top, they’ll be the Warriors’ opponents at Brick Community Stadium for a repeat of the 2024 and 2025 finals and Leeds will face Wakefield.
Whoever they play, Rhinos’ semi-final will take place on Friday, September 25, with an 8pm kick-off. Wigan are in action the following afternoon (5.30pm). The title decider takes place at Old Trafford on Saturday, October 3.