Wigan Warriors: Predicted XVII with strong squad named for Castleford Tigers trip

By Josh McAllister

Published 13th Jun 2024, 16:03 GMT

Updated 13th Jun 2024, 16:08 GMT

Wigan Warriors return to Super League action with a trip to the Mend-A-Hose Jungle less than a week after lifting the Challenge Cup trophy for a record-extending 21st time.

Here is our predicted line-up for Friday's clash...

One of a handful of potential replacements for the injured Jai Field at full-back, with head coach Matt Peet previously not splitting up the combination of Bevan French and Harry Smith in the halves

1. Ryan Hampshire

One of a handful of potential replacements for the injured Jai Field at full-back, with head coach Matt Peet previously not splitting up the combination of Bevan French and Harry Smith in the halves Photo: Olly Hassell/SWpix.com

The 28-year-old has crossed for eight tries so far this Super League season

2. Abbas Miski

The 28-year-old has crossed for eight tries so far this Super League season Photo: Bernard Platt

The youngster opened the scoring at Wembley and looks set to retain his spot with Adam Keighran serving his three-match suspension

3. Zach Eckersley

The youngster opened the scoring at Wembley and looks set to retain his spot with Adam Keighran serving his three-match suspension Photo: Bernard Platt

The England international has missed just one game so far this season - rested against Warrington the week before Wembley

4. Jake Wardle

The England international has missed just one game so far this season - rested against Warrington the week before Wembley Photo: Dean Williams

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