Round Eight of the Super League delivered an array of captivating fixtures, with Huddersfield Giants and Catalans Dragons emerging as the standout performers. The Giants battled valiantly to overcome Leeds Rhinos 30-24 at Headingley, while the league-leading Catalans secured a convincing 36-6 victory over Hull Kingston Rovers at the Stade Gilbert Brutus.
Dominant Performances
“St Helens continued their dominant run, comfortably dispatching Hull FC 58-0 in a one-sided affair.”
Despite a spirited effort, Castleford Tigers fell short against Wigan Warriors for the second time in quick succession. At the lower end of the table, Leigh Leopards and London Broncos pushed their respective opponents Warrington Wolves and Salford Red Devils but ultimately came up short.
Attendance Figures
The round’s attendances painted a mixed picture, with Leeds Rhinos drawing the largest crowd of 13,128 to Headingley. In contrast, just 2,450 fans attended the London Broncos’ clash with Salford at Plough Lane. The combined Super League attendance across the six matches reached an impressive 58,121, reflecting the growing interest in the sport.
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