Saints-Wigan derby and 2025 final rematch set for Challenge Cup semi-finals

Saints and Wigan clash in city derby

Saints versus Wigan is billed as the standout fixture of the round. The two clubs from the same city know each other well, with their head-to-head record telling its own story:

• Saints recorded one win and one loss against Wigan in league fixtures this season
• Wigan have excelled away from home recently, winning 4 of their last 5 matches
• In their last 10 meetings, the gap between the teams has never exceeded 12 points

This city showdown promises intense defensive and attacking play, testing both squads' mental resolve.

2025 final rematch looms

The other semi-final brings together the teams that contested last year's final. That classic fixture told its own tale:

• The match went to extra time before a winner emerged
• Three tries were scored in the final five minutes
• It set a new Challenge Cup final viewership record

The winning semi-finalists will compete for the championship at Wembley on May 30. All of England will be watching to see who prevails.