Round 4 Preview

Round 3 did not disappoint with six enticing matches across last weekend. And now it's time for Round 4 - but what twists and turns will we see this week? Don't forget ALL six games will be available to watch LIVE, as we look ahead to the fourth round of the 2024 Betfred Super League campaign...

What round 4 fixtures will you be watching this week? ?

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Thursday 7 March

Hull KR v Warrington Wolves (20.00) - Sky Sports

Warrington will look to make it three wins on the spin when they travel to face Hull KR on Thursday night, live on Sky Sports. Sam Burgess makes just three changes to his winning 21-man squad, as the Wolves are boosted by the return of playmaker George Williams who missed the previous two rounds. He comes in for an injured Josh Drinkwater. Jordy Crowther and Connor Wrench are also named in Round 4's team and testimonial man Joe Philbin could make his 200th club appearance if he is selected to play.

The Robins will be looking to bounce back following a tough defeat at Salford last Saturday, and Willie Peters has named an unchanged 21-man squad for this fixture, showing the belief he has in his side to deliver. And there is little to separate these two teams in recent years, with the Wolves completing the league double over KR in 2023 and KR doing so vice versa in 2022, which means Thursday night's fixture is set to be a thrilling encounter.

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— Hull KR (@hullkrofficial) March 6, 2024

Friday 8 March

Leigh Leopards v Leeds Rhinos (20.00) - Sky Sports

There's a huge clash on Friday night as Leigh Leopards play hosts to a rampant Leeds Rhinos in Round 4. The Leopards are still searching for their first win of the 2024 season and will be hoping they can do just that back home at the Leigh Sports Village, whereas the Rhinos will be hoping to go back-to-back after edging a thriller against Catalans last Saturday.

Leigh will be without captain John Asiata who misses out due to injury, whilst Leeds will miss James Bentley, James Donaldson and Sam Lisone, who all sit out due to suspensions - but Mikolaj Oledzki is back in contention for the Rhinos. The rest of the Rhinos squad remains the same - and will their star man and Player of the Month Ash Handley continue his fine form in Round 4?

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Leeds have won all but two of their previous meetings, as Leigh did complete the double over Rohan Smith's men last season. But who will take the two points this Thursday?

St Helens v Salford Red Devils (20.00) - Sky Sports and SuperLeague+

St Helens will be aiming to make it four from four when they welcome Salford Red Devils to the Totally Wicked Stadium on Friday. Paul Wellens' men currently sit top of the league table following three victories from their opening three games - their latest win came against Leigh Leopards last Friday and the Saints will have home advantage once more in Round 4.

The hosts have made one change to their side as Konrad Hurrell misses out due to a one-match penalty notice and Tee Ritson comes into the team. Likewise, Salford have made just one change to their 21-man squad that beat Hull KR last Saturday, and they are boosted by the return of new recruit Ethan Ryan. Ryan made the switch to the Red Devils from Hull KR in the off-season and fans could get a glimpse of the flying winger in action for the first time in Round 4's match.

? Ryan Brierley has scored on his last three appearances vs @Saints1890!

Will he be the key man tomorrow night? ?

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— Salford Red Devils ? (@SalfordDevils) March 7, 2024

Castleford Tigers v Huddersfield Giants (20.00) - Sky Sports and SuperLeague+

There's also an attractive West Yorkshire derby taking place as the Tigers continue to hunt for their first win and will take on Huddersfield Giants at the Jungle.

Despite collective efforts last weekend, Warrington proved too strong for Craig Lingard's side, who have also suffered defeats to Wigan and Salford in the opening rounds. But with home advantage for the first time since Round 1, the Tigers will be determined to make it count and should be motivated by the inclusion of Charbel Tasipale and new signing Sylvester Namo in the 21-man squad.

On Friday, we return home...?

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— Castleford Tigers (@CTRLFC) March 2, 2024

Similarly, the Giants will aim to pick up the points in this game, having suffered back-to-back losses in Rounds 2 and 3. Ian Watson has made one change to his side which sees Harry Rushton replace Adam Milner - who is serving a one match suspension.

These two rivals have already met once this year in Paul McShane's testimonial matchwhen the Tigers triumphed 20-14, so should have some idea of what to expect from their opponents.

Saturday 9 March

London Broncos v Wigan Warriors (15.00) - Sky Sports and SuperLeague+

The current Champions are in the capital on Saturday as London Broncos play hosts to an unbeaten Wigan Warriors. The Broncos, who suffered last minute heart-break last Sunday against Hull FC, will have had to quickly pick themselves up during the week, as they face a tough test on home turf.

But despite being on the losing side last weekend, the tight score-line perhaps reflected that the Broncos are building together as a team and are able to score points off the back of their attacking play - and they should enter this Round 4 fixture with much more confidence, grit, and determination. Their new loan signing Reiss Butterworth from Hull KR could also feature for the first time on Saturday.

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— Wigan Warriors ??? (@WiganWarriorsRL) March 6, 2024

Meanwhile, the Warriors will look to continue their fine form to the 2024 campaign, as they chase rivals St Helens at the top of the Super League table. Matt Peet has made just two changes to his 21-man squad with Junior Nsemba and Jacob Douglas called up, replacing Liam Marshall and Liam Byrne.

The last time London and Wigan met was in 2019 - London's previous Super League stint, where the Broncos famously won a close contest 18-16 at home. Could the Broncos pull this off once again or will Wigan emerge victorious?

Catalans Dragons v Hull FC (17.30) - Sky Sports and SuperLeague+

Over in Perpignan we will see Catalans Dragons go to head to head with Hull FC in the final fixture of Round 4. And it's an unchanged squad named by Steve McNamara, as the Dragons will look to return to winning ways following a narrow defeat to Leeds Rhinos.

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Les Dragons pr?parent la r?ception de Hull FC ?

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— Dragons Catalans (@DragonsOfficiel) March 6, 2024

Tony Smith has made one change to his side who clinched a dramatic win over London Broncos last Sunday - Herman Ese'ese returns from suspension and is included in the 21-man squad. The Black and Whites are expected to face a tough test over the in south of France and haven't won away there since 2019, but could this all be set to change?

Fans can find all the relevant information and kick-off times for these Round 4 fixtures here.

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