Wigan Warriors record highest Super League attendance of round three

Following their sell-out crowd for the World Club Challenge against Penrith Panthers, the Warriors had announced a discounted ticket price of £5 ahead of the round three clash against Huddersfield to celebrate their record-equalling title.

And 15,357 saw Matt Peet’s squad extend their unbeaten streak to 13 with a 30-16 victory against Ian Watson’s Giants, with in-form winger Liam Marshall crossing for a hat-trick alongside scores from Bevan French and Tyler Dupree.

Adam Swift, Elliot Wallis and Jack Murchie scoring for the visitors.

Saturday’s 3:00pm kick-off between Leeds Rhinos and Catalans Dragons saw the next best crowd with 14,168 at Headingley Stadium, with Rohan Smith’s outfit winning 18-10.

St Helens announced an attendance of 13,028 as they defeated Leigh Leopards 12-4 at the Totally Wicked Stadium.

Elsewhere on the Friday, 8,483 saw Sam Burgess’ Warrington claim a 30-8 home result over Castleford Tigers, who remain winless in 2024.

On Sunday, Hull FC claimed their first win of the season with a dramatic 28-24 win over London Broncos, with 10,066 inside the MKM Stadium.

Finally, 5,036 attended the Salford Stadium as the Red Devils defeated Hull KR 17-10 on Saturday evening, with tries from Deon Cross and Chris Hankinson, while Marc Sneyd kicked four goals and a drop-goal.

Round Three attendances:

Wigan 30-16 Huddersfield: 15,357

St Helens 12-4 Leigh: 13,028

Warrington 30-8 Castleford: 8,483

Leeds 18-10 Catalans: 14,168

Salford 17-10 Hull KR: 5,036

Hull 28-24 London Broncos: 10,066