Wakefield Trinity vs. Leigh Leopards Tips and Odds – 15/06/2025

• Fixture: Wakefield Trinity vs Leigh Leopards
• Date: Sunday, 15 June 2025
• Venue: DIY Kitchens Stadium, Wakefield

Match Preview

Wakefield Trinity host Leigh Leopards in what is shaping up to be one of the most intriguing fixtures of Super League Round 14. Both clubs are coming off mixed results and have plenty to play for, with Wakefield looking to turn around their home form and Leigh aiming to consolidate their place in the top four. The last time these sides met, Wakefield produced a dominant 40-14 win away at Leigh, but the Leopards will be desperate for revenge and to prove that result was a blip rather than a trend.

Wakefield have been inconsistent at home, failing to win at the DIY Kitchens Stadium so far this season, despite some impressive results on their travels—including a 40-10 demolition of Warrington and a 72-10 rout of Salford. Their latest outing, however, was a narrow 22-18 defeat away at Leeds, a game in which they showed plenty of fight but ultimately came up short. Injuries continue to be a concern for coach Daryl Powell, with key playmakers like Jake Trueman, Max Jowitt, and now Oliver Russell and Matty Russell all sidelined. This has forced significant reshuffling, with Jay Pitts even filling in at halfback during their recent Challenge Cup exit to Leigh.

Leigh, meanwhile, have had their own struggles, particularly in defence—shipping 70 points in their last two games, including that heavy defeat to Wakefield. However, they bounced back with a 28-24 win over Huddersfield in Round 13, showing resilience and attacking flair. The Leopards have also had to contend with injuries, with Josh Charnley a doubt, Darnell Macintosh definitely out, but prop Robbie Mulhern returning to bolster the pack. Leigh’s away form has been patchy, but their attacking threats remain potent, and they will be determined to fix their defensive lapses.

With both teams missing key personnel, the tactical battle will be fascinating. Wakefield’s injury-hit spine will need to find creativity from elsewhere, while Leigh must tighten up defensively if they are to avoid another defeat. The home crowd will be hoping for a first win at the DIY Kitchens Stadium this season, but Leigh’s motivation to avenge their recent loss could make for a classic encounter.

Key Players

Wakefield Trinity:

• Mason Lino: The chief playmaker with a strong kicking game, crucial for guiding an injury-hit side.
• Tom Johnstone: A dynamic finisher who can turn half-chances into points.
• Jay Pitts: Likely to play out of position again, his leadership and adaptability are vital.

Leigh Leopards:

• Lachlan Lam: The creative hub, capable of unlocking defences and steering Leigh around the park.
• Robbie Mulhern: Back from injury, his presence in the middle will be key to Leigh’s go-forward.
• Tesi Niu: Dangerous in broken play and a threat every time he touches the ball.

Prediction

This is a tough game to call, with both sides carrying injuries and recent form that’s hard to read. Wakefield’s home woes are a concern, but their performance levels have been high—even in defeat. Leigh’s defensive frailties have been exposed, but their attacking potential remains. Expect a close, hard-fought contest that could swing either way, but with Wakefield’s home struggles and Leigh’s motivation to avenge their recent loss, the Leopards may just edge it.

Predicted score: Wakefield Trinity 18-22 Leigh Leopards

Betting Markets

With both teams desperate for the points and fielding patched-up lineups, expect drama and a game that could go down to the wire. Leigh’s slight edge in squad depth and attacking options may just prove decisive.