Wakefield break new ground and reach Super League playoff semi-finals after eliminating Leigh

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Matty Ashton's hat-trick booked Warrington's ticket to the Super League semi-finals by eliminating Hull KR.

Matty Ashton delivered a stellar performance by scoring a hat-trick to secure Warrington Wolves' victory over Hull Kingston Rovers. This crucial win in the Super League play-off eliminators successfully ends Hull KR's reign in the competition. Consequently, Warrington advances to the Betfred Super League semi-finals following this dominant knockout display.

Matty Ashton scored three tries during the elimination match.
Warrington Wolves eliminated the defending champions from contention.
The victory secures Warrington a place in the semi-finals.

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3tries scored by Matty Ashton

Why it matters

Play-off eliminators in the Super League determine which teams progress closer to the grand final, making every knockout match crucial for championship contenders.

What outlets agree on

All sources agree that Warrington Wolves defeated Hull KR in the Super League play-off eliminators, driven by Matty Ashton's hat-trick, to reach the semi-finals.

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