Wigan Warriors claimed back-to-back League Leaders’ Shields for the first time in their history following a 64-0 result over an inexperienced Salford Red Devils outfit in the ultimate round.
Matt Peet’s side, now with five titles in a row, finished the regular season with 22 wins from 27, with a handful of players deserved of places in the Dream Team following stellar campaigns.
5. Junior Nsemba
The Young Super League Player of the Year. No question about it. Nsemba has enjoyed a sensational season that has included seven tries throughout the year. He was the youngest member named in Wane’s 31-strong performance squad ahead of the two-match series against Samoa, and would be so deserving of a call-up to the international stage, as well as in this year's Dream Team. A season to remember for the youngster Photo: Ben Roberts Photo
6. Luke Thompson
Arguably the signing of the season, the international prop should be one of the first names in this year’s Dream Team. He has missed just two Super League games all season for Wigan, and has been an influential leader in the pack Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com
7. Kaide Ellis
Like Thompson, the Australian loose forward has been a prominent figure for the Warriors in 2024. If Ellis plays well, so does the team; and that’s been the case for the majority of the season. The 28-year-old became the first non-British player to receive the iconic number 13 shirt at the club ahead of 2024, and has taken on the role with both hands Photo: Dean Williams