Wigan Warriors Beat Wakefield Trinity in Challenge Cup Quarter-Final Thriller

Wigan Warriors edged out Wakefield Trinity in a pulsating Challenge Cup quarter-final at Belle Vue.

“Tempers flare, sin bin call, repeat or revenge and Wakefield Trinity v Wigan Warriors talking points Wigan Warriors edged out Wakefield Trinity to book their spot in the Challenge Cup semi-finals Wigan Warriors set up a Challenge Cup semi-final clash with St Helens as they beat Wakefield Trinity 26-22 at Belle Vue”

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Zach Eckersley scored two tries for Wigan, with Patrick Mago, Liam Marshall and Jai Field grabbing one each.

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Jake Trueman opened the scoring for Trinity and Ky Rodwell, Tom Johnstone and Cam Scott also crashed over for the hosts.

The victory means Wigan will play bitter rivals St Helens in the semi-finals.

Wakefield's main exit was locked when the fire broke out.

Wakefield were dealt a big blow when prop Jazz Tevaga was sent to the bin for a petulant kick-out.

Referee Liam Moore opted for yellow despite the severity of the incident.

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Wigan reaped the rewards of their numerical advantage right on half-time.

Eckersley dotted down on the right wing after getting on the end of another kick by Smith.

Max Jowitt added the extras to move on to 1,000 points for Trinity in his career.

Eckersley got his second of the half to dot down the winner.

“Wigan Warriors edged a humdinger of a Challenge Cup tie, winning 26-22 at Belle Vue on Sunday afternoon to tee up a semi-final against rivals St Helens”

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A superb interception from Junior Nsemba prevented Wakefield's final opportunity.

Wigan's win kept Matt Peet's proud record intact.

Wakefield's long wait for a Challenge Cup semi-final goes on.

The semi-final draw threw up a repeat of last year's final.

Wakefield Trinity deserve plenty of credit for making it such an enthralling contest.

They had won five straight before the quarter-final.

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Daryl Powell's side showed defensive prowess and physicality.

The passionate home crowd created a vibrant atmosphere.

The match was broadcast live on BBC One.