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Tight at the top, tight in the middle and tight at the bottom…the Betfred Super League table everyone!

It’s been an unpredictable but exciting 2026 so far, with the league standings changing drastically on a weekly basis.

Heading into Round 9, Leeds Rhinos are leading the way with Wakefield Trinity and St Helens right behind them.

Warrington Wolves, Wigan Warriors and Catalans Dragons make up the remainder of the top six – again with points difference the only thing to separate them.

The top six teams will also play each other in Round 9, meaning some are bound to move up and down positions.

Then, just four points are the difference between seventh and bottom place.

What do we have in store in week 9?

Round 9 #SuperLeague fixtures are locked in! ? pic.twitter.com/lBPriHXlMm
— Betfred Super League (@SuperLeague) April 21, 2026

Thursday 23 April

York Knights v Toulouse Olympique (20.00) – live on Sky Sports

It’s a Betfred Championship Grand Final rematch! Last time out at the LNER Community Stadium, the French side lifted the trophy following a tight 8-10 victory over the Knights.

Mark Applegarth’s will be seeking revenge after Toulouse trashed their treble hopes, and there's added motiviation with both teams searching for the first Super League win since the early rounds.

Toulouse have won their last six away meetings with the Knights, but it will be no easy task on Thursday, with York having produced some strong performances on their home patch this season.

Thursday Night will be a special milestone for Paul McShane, who is set to make his 400th career appearance.

Leigh Leopards v Huddersfield Giants (20.00) – live on Sky Sports+ and SuperLeague+

There’s double the action this Thursday, with Leigh will be looking to build on last week’s win over York, whilst Huddersfield will want to bounce back from their defeat against Leeds.

The Leopards have won the last five meetings against the Giants. Who will move up the league ladder?

The hosts will be boosted by the return of their key man David Armstrong who has been named in the 21-man squad, whilst the visitors make one change with Lewis Jagger replacing Sam Halsall. Jagger made his debut and scored against the Leopards last season. Can he do the same?

Friday 24 April

Warrington Wolves v Wigan Warriors (20.00) – live on Sky Sports

There’s a mouthwatering clash between two rivals on the Sky Sports cameras, as Warrington and Wigan reunite their rivalry in 2026.

Both are pushing for top spot alongside the other top teams, meaning every two points matter.

The sides met three times last year, with Wigan winning all three, including a 48-24 victory in Las Vegas.

Their following two meetings, however, were fiercely close (20-22 at Magic Weekend and 18-24 at the Halliwell Jones Stadium).

The Wolves' last home victory against the Warriors was in 2021.

Expect fireworks as both teams look to return to winning ways!

There's a big blow for Wire as captain George Williams is ruled out for an extended period with a neck injury sustained in the game against Catalans last weekend.

James Harrison is also out through injury, as are Luke Yates and Josh Smith. Toafofoa Sipley and Cai Taylor-Wray both come into the team, instead.

For Wigan, there is just one change. Dayon Sambou is replaced by Jake Wardle, who could feature for the first time since Round 1.

Wire vs Wigan. No love lost ?

?? Do ??? miss out: https://t.co/mJBc5djERN pic.twitter.com/VOZFf2Wfxu
— Warrington Wolves (@WarringtonRLFC) April 21, 2026

Castleford Tigers v Hull FC (20.00) – live on Sky Sports+ and SuperLeague+

Friday Night’s triple-header concludes with a clash at the OneBore Stadium as Castleford will strive to go back-to-back against a recently struggling Black & Whites.

The Tigers will be boosted over their sensational victory away at Wigan, whilst Hull FC will be desperate to claim their first two points since late March.

Andy Last has made two changes to the Hull squad, with Jake Arthur returning from a calf strain, and loanee Jeremiah Mata’utia coming into the side.

The pair replace Sam Lisone, who drops out with a pectoral injury, and Will Kirby.

All Smiles, Back To The Grind ? 3 days and counting until we're back home at The OneBore under the Friday Night Lights ??

We're expecting another bumper crowd backing the boys. Be There ????https://t.co/wzPGdV9cs1 pic.twitter.com/qrzXdBQIYM
— Castleford Tigers (@CTRLFC) April 21, 2026

Leeds Rhinos v Catalans Dragons (20.00) – live on Sky Sports+ and SuperLeague+

The league leaders are back at AMT Headingley for Round 9 and will welcome Catalans Dragons.

The Dragons stunned their opponents last time out, emerging 8-16 victors at the Rhinos’ place, and enter this match on the back of an emphatic comeback win against Warrington in Round 8.

Brad Arthur’s men are sitting pretty in top spot though, and are in fine form.

Riley Lumb is recalled to the Rhinos side, and Josh Allen comes into the Dragons team, replacing Phoenix Laulu-Togaga’e.

Saturday 25 April

Bradford Bulls v Hull KR (15.00) – live on Sky Sports+ and FREE on SuperLeague+

The champions go to Bartercard Odsal on Saturday and are hoping to make it four wins on the spin.

Bradford’s injury crisis is no secret at present, but how will they respond on home soil?

Oli Gildart misses out after picking up an ankle injury against Toulouse, which means Tom Whitehead comes into the Robins' extended squad.

.@OfficialBullsRL and @hullkrofficial's clash will be shown LIVE and FREE on SuperLeague+ this Saturday ?#SuperLeague pic.twitter.com/LbxQRjAh9n
— Betfred Super League (@SuperLeague) April 22, 2026

St Helens v Wakefield Trinity (17.30) – live on Sky Sports+ and SuperLeague+

Another stand out tie is in store this weekend as 3rd and 2nd meet at the BrewDog Stadium.

Saints and Trinity are six wins from seven and keeping tabs on the table topping Rhinos.

The Red V completed a clean sweep of comfortable victories over Wakefield in 2025 – and Daryl Powell’s men haven’t won away at St Helens since 2022...

Shane Wright and NeneMacdonald are back for the hosts, whilst Deon Cross and Cole Marsh step out.

Daryl Powell has made two changes to his Wakefield side, with Max Jowitt and Mason Lino missing out on selection, making way for youngster Ellis Lingard and Will Tate.