Reigning Man of Steel Bevan French to Reach 100th Appearance for Wigan Warriors
Milestone Match for French at Hull KR
The Australian speedster Bevan French will reach a significant milestone when he makes his 100th appearance for Wigan Warriors in their away fixture against Hull KR on Friday night.
French arrived in Super League in 2019 after joining Wigan from the Parramatta Eels, where he had made 47 NRL appearances. Since then, French has become a fan favorite at the Warriors, recently signing a contract extension that will keep him at the club until the end of 2028.
During his time with the Cherry and White, French has firmly established himself as one of the best players in the Super League competition.
Memorable Moments in the Wigan Shirt
As he prepares to celebrate his century of games for Wigan, Love Rugby League takes a look back at some of his most memorable moments in the jersey.
French’s individual brilliance was on full display during this year’s Good Friday derby against St Helens. Despite Wigan’s 12-4 defeat, the Australian’s try, where he danced through the Saints’ defense and chased down his own grubber kick to score in front of the traveling Wigan fans, will be remembered for years to come.
Another standout performance came in Wigan’s 60-0 thrashing of Hull FC in 2022, when French scored a Super League record-breaking seven tries in a single match, surpassing the previous mark set by Bradford Bulls’ Lesley Vainikolo.
French’s impressive 2023 season was capped off by him being named the Steve Prescott Man of Steel, awarded to the Super League’s best player. The two-time Indigenous All Stars representative played a crucial role in Wigan’s success, helping the team secure the League Leaders’ Shield and the Grand Final triumph at Old Trafford.
Earlier this year, French showcased his all-around talent in Wigan’s World Club Challenge victory over NRL champions Penrith Panthers. The Australian produced a man-of-the-match performance, orchestrating the Warriors’ attack and nearly scoring a sensational try that was ultimately disallowed.
Lastly, French’s defensive prowess was on display in the 2023 Good Friday derby against St Helens, where he produced a stunning try-saving tackle on Saints winger Tommy Makinson, preventing a certain try.
As Bevan French reaches this milestone, Wigan Warriors fans can look forward to many more exciting moments from this dynamic and influential player.
🔗 Source
