Castleford Tigers’ Resurgence Continues with Victory over Hull FC
Castleford, West Yorkshire (April 21, 2024) – Castleford Tigers’ resurgence under coach Craig Lingard continued with a 30-22 victory over the struggling Hull FC in a Super League clash. The Black and Whites have now lost an incredible ten games in a row, despite a late fightback, ultimately falling short against the hosts.
Liam Horne Emerges as Key Retention Target for Castleford
The Tigers have been busy securing new deals for several players ahead of the 2025 season, but one more retention target stands out – Liam Horne. Horne, who has an option for another year at the club, put in a lively performance that showcased his importance to the Castleford side. The Tigers will likely be keen to tie down Horne’s future in the coming weeks.
Rowan Milnes Seizes His Opportunity
With Jacob Miller sidelined and Danny Richardson’s Castleford career coming to an end, Rowan Milnes was given the chance to lead the Tigers’ spine on Friday. Partnering Paul McShane in the halves, Milnes delivered an impressive performance, tallying several try assists, excelling from the kicking tee, and showcasing his prowess with the ball in hand. This display could earn Milnes more opportunities to prove he can be the long-term solution for Castleford.
Hull’s Discipline Remains a Major Concern
Discipline has been a recurring issue for Hull FC this season, and this game was no exception. The Black and Whites’ high and lazy defensive shots at crucial moments proved costly, with penalties leading to tries for Castleford’s Jason Qareqare and Corey Hall. Unless Hull can address their disciplinary problems, they will continue to struggle to win games.
Corey Hall and Jason Qareqare Impress
Corey Hall, who joined Wakefield for the 2025 season, demonstrated his potential as a centre, scoring a well-worked try and linking up well with the impressive Jason Qareqare. The 20-year-old Qareqare, who recently signed a new long-term deal with Castleford, continued to showcase his talent, leaving the Tigers with a conundrum of how to best utilize his services alongside the Senior brothers.
Hull’s Season Not Over, But Improvement Needed
Despite the tenth consecutive defeat, Hull FC’s season is not over, as they remain in a battle to avoid finishing bottom of the Super League. While there were flashes of promise, the club’s indiscipline and errors at critical times proved to be their undoing. With new coach John Cartwright set to arrive, the Black and Whites must find a way to turn their fortunes around in the coming weeks.
“Unless Hull can address their disciplinary problems, they will continue to struggle to win games.”
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