St Helens secures victory over Castleford to maintain play-off hopes
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 10:26 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
St Helens achieved a 36-12 win against 10-man Castleford at Brewdog Stadium on August 22, ensuring their play-off hopes remain intact. St Helens built a significant lead by halftime, scoring six tries, led by Jack Welsby and others. Castleford's Jackson Hastings was sent off for violent conduct, contributing to their struggles. St Helens finished the match with two players in the sin bin but maintained control throughout. The fixture followed a tumultuous week for both teams, marked by coaching changes and player dismissals.
- •St Helens scored six tries to secure the win.
- •Castleford played with 10 men after Hastings' dismissal.
- •Saints led 30-0 at halftime.
- •Castleford scored two late tries but struggled throughout.
- •Coaching changes at both clubs preceded the match.
"St Helens built on a strong first half and relied on six different try-scorers to beat 10-man Castleford 36-12 at the Brewdog Stadium to keep their play-off hopes alive.
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