The Warriors ran in seven tries against the Bulls, with Zach Eckersley, Jai Field (2), Noah Hodkinson (3) and Brad O’Neill all getting on the scoresheet for Matt Peet’s side. There were a number of impressive displays in WN5, so let’s get into the stats, shall we? Wigan Today has taken a deep dive into the numbers.
1. George Marsden
As far as debuts go, this probably couldn't have gone any smoother for young Marsden. The 17-year-old, who hails from Golborne, started in the halves alongside Jack Farrimond and the pair linked up well, guiding the Warriors around the park. Marsden had a lot of traffic thrown his way in defence, but he dealt with everything that came at him, making 17 tackles. He had a number of key involvements with the ball, making eight carries and nailing several important passes. Photo: Dean Williams
2. Brad O'Neill
The 23-year-old has been one of Wigan's standout performers in the first couple of months of the campaign, and produced yet another stellar display in the win over Bradford. O'Neill made the most tackles out of any Wigan player with 40 and was strong in attack too, scoring a try, providing an assist and making five carries. Photo: Dean Williams
3. Jack Farrimond
The 20-year-old delivered, arguably, his best performance of the campaign so far. He dominated the game with his in-game kicking, having made six attacking kicks and 18 kicks in general play. Farrimond was strong on both sides of the ball, making nine carries and 17 tackles, while also providing an assist. He needed to step up, and he did. Photo: Dean Williams
4. Liam Farrell
Farrell has done a job in the centres since Round One in the absence of Jake Wardle, who has recently returned to action following an MCL injury, but the Wigan skipper was able to return to his favoured back-row role against Bradford. Farrell delivered an outstanding display in his natural position, making 36 tackles and 107 metres from 11 carries, boasting an average gain of 10 metres per carry. A big effort from the skipper. Photo: Dean Williams