Round 22 preview

Friday 18 August

Huddersfield Giants v Salford Red Devils (19.45) - John Smith's Stadium

Huddersfield captain Luke Yates returns in Round 22 after missing his sides last two games through injury. He replaces Ashton Golding in the squad.

Joe Greenwood is free to play this week after escaping a ban following his red card against St Helens last weekend.

The race for the play-offs is heating up ?

Who are you backing for the Top 6? ? #SuperLeague
— Betfred Super League (@SuperLeague) August 16, 2023

There are no changes to the Salford squad ahead of their trip to Huddersfield as they look to break a six game losing streak in the league.

St Helens v Hull KR (20.00) - Totally Wicked Stadium

Saints include James Bell in their 21-man squad this week after he completed his one match suspension last weekend. Bell re-joins the squad in place of Wesley Bruines. 

Hull KR make just one change to their squad following last weekend's Challenge Cup Final appearance. Elliot Minchella drops out of the squad after receiving a one-match suspension against Leigh in Saturday's final. Jack Walker comes into the Robins squad to replace him.

Wakefield Trinity v Castleford Tigers (20.00) - Sky Sports Arena

Josh Griffin could make his first appearance for Wakefield since joining the club from Hull FC last month. Griffin has missed the last seven rounds of Super League after receiving a seven match suspension in the Challenge Cup Quarter-Final.

Like Griffin, Hugo Salaibo is also back in contention following a seven match suspension. Salaibo received the ban during his Trinity debut against Leeds back in June. Jai Whitbread is also back in contention following an injury lay-off. Lee Kershaw, Samisoni Langi and Harry Bowes all drop out of the Trinity squad.

Two new additions set for action on Friday night ?#SuperLeague pic.twitter.com/wSXOrkbxVB
— Betfred Super League (@SuperLeague) August 16, 2023

Castleford could hand a debut to mid-season recruit Blake Austin on Friday - Austin joined the Tigers from West Yorkshire rivals Leeds a fortnight ago. Jordan Turner also returns to the Castleford squad after recovering from a thumb injury. 

Youngster Will Tate and Alex Sutcliffe - who is currently out on loan at Championship side Halifax - both make way.

Wigan Warriors v Hull FC (20.00) - DW Stadium

Sam Powell is back on deck for the Warriors after an extended period on the side lines through injury. The experienced hooker joins the Wigan squad at the expense of Kaide Ellis, who drops out due to picking up a one-match suspension last time out. 

Liam Sutcliffe returns to the Hull FC squad this week - he missed the Black & Whites' Round 21 win against Wakefield due to a finger injury. Youngster Zach Jebson also comes into the squad, with the pair replacing the suspended Brad Fash and Jamie Shaul. 

Saturday 19 August

Leigh Leopards v Catalans Dragons (15.00) - Sky Sports Main Event & Arena

Oliver Gildart is set to make his home debut for the Leopards on Saturday. Gildart featured during Leigh's Round 21 win away at Leigh, but was unavailable for selection in last weekend's Challenge Cup Final.

Catalans welcome Arthur Mourgue and Mike McMeeken back from injury ahead of their Round 22 trip to the newly crowned Challenge Cup holders Leigh. Matthieu Laguerre is also included, with the trio replacing Matt Ikuvalu, Bastien Scimone and Tanguy Zenon.

The Play-Off race is on ??@LeedsRhinos will host @WarringtonRLFC live on #OURLEAGUE this Sunday ?
— Betfred Super League (@SuperLeague) August 16, 2023

Sunday 20 August

Leeds Rhinos v Warrington Wolves (15.00) - Our League

Harry Newman returns to the Rhinos squad after a 12 week hamstring injury lay-off. David Fusitu'a is also included this week having been cleared of a concussion. Rowan Smith is without front rower Justin Sangare who has been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a foot injury.

Matty Ashton and James Harrison both return from injury to take their place in the Warrington squad this week. Sam Kasiano is being rested and misses out, as does Greg Minikin.