WIGAN WARRIORS PULL OFF GREATEST COMEBACK IN SUPER LEAGUE HISTORY, OVERCOMING 16-POINT DEFICIT TO DEFEAT ST. HELENS 30-28
In an unforgettable night at the DW Stadium, Wigan Warriors achieved the impossible, coming back from a 16-point deficit with just 20 minutes remaining to defeat St. Helens 30-28. The astonishing victory marks the greatest comeback in Super League history.
Trailing 24-8 with 20 minutes left, Wigan’s chances seemed bleak. However, a stunning resurgence saw them score 22 unanswered points, including three tries in the final 10 minutes, to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.
The dramatic turnaround was sparked by a brilliant individual effort from winger Bevan French, who scored two tries and provided an assist in the final quarter. French’s heroics, combined with a dominant display from prop forward Liam Byrne, propelled Wigan to an unforgettable win.
“We believed in ourselves, even when others didn’t,” said Wigan head coach, Matt Peet. “This is a testament to the team’s character and resilience.
The remarkable comeback sends shockwaves through the Super League, with Wigan now poised to challenge for a playoff spot.
