The 21-man squads for Sunday’s Round 12 Super League matches have been announced, revealing some interesting line-up changes and potential debuts.
The London Broncos will face Hull KR, aiming to build on their first win of the season after defeating Hull FC. Hull KR, on the other hand, seeks redemption following a heavy loss in the Challenge Cup semi-final. Two new signings for the Broncos will be crucial, with French international Ugo Tison joining from the Catalans Dragons and Jacob Jones extending his loan from Leigh Leopards. They replace Harvey Makin, who has returned to Wigan, while injuries have sidelined James Meadows, making room for Jack Hughes and Matt Davies.
Meanwhile, in the other key match on Sunday, Salford Red Devils will host the top-of-the-table Wigan Warriors. Salford, currently sixth, aims to narrow the gap to the top four with a victory. Their squad sees the return of Shane Wright, Jake Shorrocks, Gil Dudson, and Joe Mellor from injury, and the addition of Harvey Wilson, who recently joined from Wigan. However, they will be without Cade Cust, Jack Ormondroyd, Ben Hellewell, and Adam Sidlow due to injuries.
Wigan faces a double blow as they prepare to defend their top spot. Newcomer Sam Eseh, previously on loan at Castleford Tigers, is expected to debut, along with young hooker Tom Forber, who has been loaned to Barrow Raiders. Wigan’s squad is weakened by the suspensions of Kaide Ellis and Sam Walters, both sidelined due to disciplinary actions from the Challenge Cup semi-final. Ellis was charged with dangerous contact, while Walters faced a charge for contact with the head.
Danny Richardson is poised to make his debut for Hull KR against the Broncos, having recently transferred from Castleford Tigers. Connor Barley also enters the squad for the first time this season, joining returning players Jack Broadbent and Jack Brown. The team will miss Joe Burgess, who failed a head injury assessment, along with Louix Gorman and Leo Tennison. Reiss Butterworth’s departure to Dewsbury Rams on loan marks another change for the squad.
These matchups not only promise exciting action but also strategic plays as teams adjust their line-ups due to recent transfers and injuries. Sunday’s games are pivotal for teams looking to strengthen their positions in the Super League standings and recover from recent setbacks.