Wigan defeats St Helens, marking shift in women's rugby league
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 6:04 PM
Last updated May 30, 2026
Wigan Warriors recently defeated St Helens in the latest Women's Challenge Cup, a notable change in competition dynamics. This outcome follows Wigan's victories over St Helens in the past two Wembley finals, which ended St Helens' four-year reign of dominance from 2021 to 2024. The results indicate a power shift in women's rugby league, suggesting that St Helens may need to reassess their strategies looking forward. As the season progresses, both teams will aim to solidify their standings for upcoming matches and future tournaments.
- •Wigan defeats St Helens in Women's Challenge Cup final
- •St Helens had four consecutive titles from 2021 to 2024
- •Wigan has won the last two Wembley finals against St Helens
- •Shift in power dynamics observed in women's rugby league
- •Future matches will be crucial for both teams' standings
"For four years in a row between 2021 and 2024, St Helens experienced Women's Challenge Cup glory. In the two years since, though, Wigan Warriors have dispatched Saints in two Wembley finals.
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