Leigh Leopards refusing to play Super League semi-final over ticket dispute, claim Wigan Warriors
Why a Super League team is ‘refusing’ to play in season-defining clash
- Leigh Leopards are reportedly refusing to participate in their Super League semi-final against Wigan Warriors due to a ticketing dispute.
- Wigan claims Leigh owner Derek Beaumont informed them in writing that his team would not fulfil Friday's scheduled fixture.
- Wigan states they offered Leigh an allocation of up to 5,400 tickets, which is almost double the league's 10 per cent minimum requirement.
- The Warriors insist the ticket allocation was determined by independent safety advisory groups and their ground safety officer, a decision endorsed by Super League.
- Wigan emphasised that the safety and welfare of all supporters are paramount and not open to negotiation, as they continue preparations for the match.