Wigans Warriors History
The Wigan Warriors Rugby League team has a rich history and is regarded as one of the most successful clubs in the history of the World Rugby League. The club was founded in 1872. Wigan Warriors have won numerous accolades, with a total of 126 trophies to their name.
The club is a founding member of the Northern Union (later known as the Rugby Football League) and has had great success in league competitions, winning 23 league titles.
During the 1980s and 1990s, Wigan Warriors entered a golden era, marked by great success both domestically and internationally. The team was dominant, winning numerous league titles and Challenge Cups during this period, solidifying their status as one of the great Rugby Football League Championship teams.
The Wigan Warriors play their home matches at the Brick Community Stadium, located in Wigan, Greater Manchester. The team's traditional colours are cherry and white, which are represented in their logo and on their playing kits.
Over the years, Wigan Warriors have built a strong and passionate fanbase, with the club consistently drawing large crowds to their matches. They hold the record for the highest average crowd attendance in a season, showcasing the loyal support they receive each year.
Wigan Warriors Stats & Records
- Most League Titles: Wigan has won 21 top-flight league titles.
- Challenge Cups: Wigan has won the 19 Challenge Cup titles.
- World Club Challenge: The Warriors have secured 4 World Club Challenge titles.
- Highest Points Scorer: The club’s all-time leading points scorer is Pat Richards, with 2,200+ points.
- Most Tries in a Season: The record for most tries in a season is held by Brian Bevan, with 79 tries in 1946-47.
Wigan Warriors Rivalries
- St Helens: Known as "The Derby," this rivalry is one of the fiercest in rugby league.
- Warrington Wolves: Another significant rivalry, with both teams frequently competing for top honours in the Super League.
- Leeds Rhinos: A historic rivalry characterised by numerous high-stakes matches, including finals and semi-finals.
Wigan Warriors Top Scorers
Top try scorers:
- Jim Sullivan: The club's all-time leading points scorer with 4,883 points, including 2,317 goals.
- Liam Marshall: during the 2024 season, Marshall was the Super League's top scorer with 27 tries.