League Latest – keeping you up to date with the latest news from the world of rugby league. Here are some of the headline-grabbing stories from the last 24 hours.
Richardson plaudits
Danny Richardson won the Castleford Fans’ Man of the Match for his performance in the Tigers’ 23-18 victory over Wakefield.
Hardaker rumours gone quiet
The speculation that Zak Hardaker would be leaving Wigan has seemingly disappeared into thin air and, with the fullback being preferred over Jai Field by head coach Adrian Lam, looks almost certain to be a Warriors player in 2022.
Mergers on the table
Hull FC chairman Adam Pearson has told the BBC Five Live Radio podcast that mergers could be on the table for the future of rugby league – but it hasn’t exactly been met well.
Leeds face exodus
Leeds could be set to lose Callum McLelland to Castleford, Konrad Hurrell to St Helens and potentially Rhyse Martin with the trio yet to sign new deals.
Kelly’s future
Albert Kelly has earned himself a new deal at Brisbane Broncos, Serious About Rugby League has revealed.
Bateman involved
Wigan’s John Bateman was involved in a fight with former teammate Curtis Scott which had a major influence on the latter’s sacking by Canberra, according to Serious About Rugby League.
Cas add coaching duo
Castleford have added experienced coaching duo Danny Wilson and Rob Nickolay for 2022 and beyond, Serious About Rugby League has reported.
Disciplinary minutes revealed
Serious About Rugby League has revealed why Willie Isa, John Bateman and James Bentley have all been banned.
Wigan to appeal
Stadium development
Sale Sharks are set to buy the AJ Bell Stadium, the Rugby Paper has reported.
Beaumont for changes
Leigh owner Derek Beaumont has called for rule changes to occur in rugby league to improve the game, Serious About Rugby League has reported via BBC Radio Manchester.
Scott has his say
Curtis Scott has opened up on the issue with John Bateman that led to his sacking, Serious About Rugby League has revealed.
Holmes responds
Oliver Holmes has hit back at a Wakefield troll on Instagram following brutal messages, Serious About Rugby League has reported.
Bentley taunts Wigan
James Bentley has taunted Wigan with his latest Instagram post, Serious About Rugby League has revealed.
Another SL fixture in danger
Catalans’ clash at Salford could be in danger following the Dragons’ positive COVID-19 cases last week, Serious About Rugby League has reported.
Koukash speaks out
Dr Marwan Koukash has spoken out about rumours linking him with a return to rugby league, Serious About Rugby League has revealed via BBC Radio Manchester.