Rugby League News: Castleford forward surprise exit, Williams’ Super League move, Leigh’s three incredible signings & Shaul’s new club?
Rugby League News – keeping you up to date with the latest news from the world of rugby league.
It has been a busy 24 hours with major stories breaking from Super League and the NRL.
Here is a round-up of everything that has happened…
NRL round-up
Sydney Roosters captain James Tedesco has fired the first shot at bitter rivals South Sydney over Joseph Suaalii’s defection, the Daily Telegraph has revealed.
Canberra Raiders star Elliott Whitehead staggering deal has been revealed. Read more here.
Penrith boss Ivan Cleary has revealed he has a ‘few plans’ about next week’s game against the Cowboys. Cleary told Fox Sports: “I’ve got a few plans, but we’ll just see how everyone pulls up,” Cleary said. “We’ve been in a good position for a while. We’ll sleep on it and see how everyone pulls up. Then we’ll work out what we’ll do.”
Melbourne Storm forward Nelson Asofa-Solomona has been in the firing line after not receiving a ban for his dangerous tackle on Sydney’s Joseph Suaalii.
Gale on Hull
Hull FC halfback Luke Gale has made a shock admission about why his side have been so poor in 2022.
Gale was a guest in the Sky Sports punditry box yesterday for Castleford Tigers’ loss to Salford Red Devils. Read more here.
Woolf reveals when
St Helens head coach Kristian Woolf has revealed when he will be announcing his future.
The Saints boss has made quite the name for himself in recent years in Super League, winning two Grand Finals. Read more here.
Connor breaks silence
Hull FC star Jake Connor has broken his silence on his future after being linked with an NRL move.
Connor has been in fine form for the Black and Whites in 2022 with over 30 assists to his name. Read more here.
Radford’s startling admission
Castleford Tigers head coach Lee Radford made a startling admission after his side went down 50-10 to the Salford Red Devils. Radford also gave a huge update on halfback Danny Richardson. Read more here.
Meanwhile, Salford Red Devils boss Paul Rowley made a scary admission after his side’s win. Read more here.
French breaks silence
Wigan Warriors star Bevan French has broken his silence on his future.
The Super League star’s future has been up in the air for the past few months with him out of contract. Read more here.
Hull fans rage
Hull FC fans have raged about another ban heading their way to one of their stars.
Leaked footage of the incident was shown on social media. Read more here.
Leeds star’s unusual reason
Leeds Rhinos went down 32-18 to the Catalans Dragons last night, but one star didn’t play. The reason for that was revealed just before kick-off. Read more here.
Leeds will also be hoping to have halfbacks Blake Austin and Aidan Sezer back for the clash against Castleford Tigers next week.
Williams’ Super League move
Former Wakefield Trinity and Canberra Raiders halfback Sam Williams is reportedly set for a Super League move.
Williams played for Catalans Dragons in 2014 and then Wakefield in 2017. Read more here.
Hampshire’s lifeline
Former Castleford Tigers and Wakefield Trinity star Ryan Hampshire is set to be given a Super League lifeline.
Hampshire suffered a season-ending ACL earlier in the year. Read more here.
Johnstone’s replacement
Wakefield Trinity winger Tom Johnstone will be leaving the club at the end of 2022.
However, Willie Poching has an incredible replacement. Read more here.
Farrell spotted
Ex-Wigan Warriors star Andy Farrell has been spotted at a Super League game.
The former cross-code hero has been recently managing Ireland rugby union. Read more here.
Fifitas to link up
Andrew Fifita and David Fifita are reportedly set to link up in a sensational move, according to Fox Sports.
David most recently played for Wakefield Trinity and Andrew Cronulla Sharks. Read more here.
Burgess’ rehab ends
Ex-Wigan Warriors and Bradford Bulls forward George Burgess has left rehab.
However, the hulking forward has been involved in an immediate shock. Read more here.
Cas major signing
Castleford Tigers are set to swoop on a Super League rival as Lee Radford builds big for 2023.
Radford has already signed the likes of Alex Mellor for 2023. Read more here.
Leigh’s best three signings
Leigh Centurions have made the best three signings in Championship history.
The club have been bankrolled by owner Derek Beaumont whilst Adrian Lam coaches the side and Chris Chester is head of rugby. Read more here.
Shaul shock move
Hull FC loanee Jamie Shaul is set for a shock Super League move.
Shaul is currently on loan at Wakefield Trinity after spending his whole career at Hull. Read more here.
Championship transfers
Rugby League Live has revealed that Salford Red Devils forward Jack Wells will leave for Barrow Raiders.
That publication has also revealed that Keighley Cougars are set to sign Leigh Centurions’ Mark Ioane.
Castleford Tigers prop Lewis Peachey is also set to leave for the Championship whilst Bradford Bulls are set to land Tom Holmes.