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Fantasy League debrief

4 Mar 2024

Top performers

Ligi Sao top scored in Round 3 of Fantasy Super League after an impressive return to action following a one week suspension. The Samoan international registered an assist for Fa'amanu Brown's try during Hull FC's first win of the season against the Broncos. he also made an impressive 46 tackles, six marker tackles and three tackle busts to finish the round on a season best 96 points.

Another Hull FC player ranks as the second highest scorer this week, with Danny Houghton scoring 77 points in Round 3 after an immense defensive performance. The Hooker made a huge 58 tackles, including 16 marker tackles, during a typically gritty 80 minute effort. Will you be considering Danny Houghton for your fantasy team?

Leeds Rhinos' Harry Newman was close behind Houghton, registering 76 points during his sides win over the Dragons. Newman crossed for the Rhinos' second try of the afternoon and made a massive 14 tackle busts as well as two clean breaks to record his best return of the season.

Fantasy Flops

It was a night to forget for Leigh captain John Asiata in Round 3. The 2023 Dream Team loose forward received a yellow card inside 40 seconds, before later being forced off with a calf injury to finish the night with on an extremely disappointing -4 points.

Despite the Red Devils recording a huge win over the Robins in Round 3, Salford star Nene Macdonald failed to have the same impact he's had on games over the first two rounds. The PNG international recorded a below-par 17 points after minimal contributions to Salford's win. Will he bounce back against the Saints in Round 4?

London Broncos loose forward Dean Parata was unable to replicate his plus 50 point average over the first two rounds after being forced off with a head injury early on in London's game at Hull, leaving Parata to record a sole Fantasy point in Round 3.

Looking ahead

Konrad Hurrell will not be available for selection in Round 4. The Tongan international picked up a one match ban for a Grade B head contact foul against Leigh Leopards.

As previously mentioned, John Asiata is a doubt ahead of Leigh Leopards' game against Leeds Rhinos in Round 4. There's been no confirmation on the severity of his calf injury, so make sure you keep an eye out for any developments on his fitness.

Prolific as ever @LiamMarshall20 ?

Round 3 hat-trick for the @WiganWarriorsRL winger ?#SuperLeague pic.twitter.com/JWEIwSxDn0
— Betfred Super League (@SuperLeague) March 2, 2024

The World Club Champions travel to newly promoted London Broncos this Saturday, and it's bound to be a tough game for Mike Eccles' side. Look out for Liam Marshall who scored a hattrick against The Giants in Round 3 - and will be hoping for more of the same this week. Will you be opting for Marshall ahead of Round 4?