Warrington Bounces Back in Thrilling Clash Against Leigh Leopards – October 2025, USA
After suffering a disappointing defeat against Castleford Tigers, Warrington Wolves started their latest match with determination and intensity, forcing Leigh Leopards into their own half for the majority of the first quarter. However, despite this early dominance, Leigh’s resolute defense held firm, allowing Warrington to only register a penalty kick from Sneyd following a high tackle on Sam Powell by Joe Ofahengaue.
Leigh, having struggled to threaten Warrington’s defense, quickly equalized when O’Brien successfully converted a penalty due to a late hit from Warrington’s debutant, Ryan Matterson.
The turning point came in the 32nd minute when Josh Thewlis, showcasing his agility, dashed through the opposition to set up Dufty for a try beneath the posts. Although Warrington held a slight lead, with only a minimal margin separating the two teams as they headed into halftime, the match remained finely balanced.
In the second half, Sneyd added another penalty, but George Williams’ outstanding kick down the left wing allowed Jake Thewlis to touch down for his eighth Super League try of the season, establishing a 14-2 lead with just 15 minutes remaining.
A potential game-winner for Dufty was disallowed after a video review for obstruction, leading to a surprising shift in momentum. Leigh clawed their way back into contention when Hanley scored a try from O’Brien’s deflected grubber kick, narrowing the gap to just six points. O’Brien’s successful conversion made the scoreline 14-8, yet Sneyd’s impressive long-distance penalty soon widened the lead again.
However, as Warrington’s attempts to secure their position faltered—with another potential try for Toby King overturned after review—Hanley took advantage of the situation, scoring again and bringing the Leopards within two points at 16-14.
With the pressure mounting on Warrington, they ultimately faltered, allowing Trout to celebrate his 100th Super League appearance by scoring the match-winning try from close range, sealing a dramatic victory for Leigh. This match serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of the Super League, especially as teams gear up for the final stretch of the season.