Wigan Warriors close to sell-out for World Club Challenge
Ever since it was confirmed that NRL champions Penrith would travel to England to take part in the game there has been a buzz around the sport of rugby league, not simply Wigan.
Following their shock defeat to St Helens in their own backyard in 2023 there is a huge weight of pressure on Penrith with the three-time consecutive NRL champions still looking to lift their first-ever World Club Challenge trophy.
For Wigan Warriors it could be their fifth, which would tie them with the most wins in the competition alongside Sydney Roosters, and Matt Peet’s side are certain to be well-supported.
That’s because the club have confirmed that they have sold a whopping 23,000 tickets already, still a month out from the game, with the South Stand having sold out completely.
It highlights the incredible support that Wigan have but also the pull that such a big game has. When the best play the best, the fans turn up. Perhaps international rugby league could learn a lesson or two from that.
