LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
In a highly anticipated derby match between Wakefield Trinity and Castleford Tigers, the intertwined histories of the two teams take center stage as former Castleford figures Daryl Powell, Luke Gale, and Michael Shenton now find themselves on the Wakefield side.
Back in 2017, Gale's drop goal helped send Castleford to their first ever Grand Final, while Shenton captained the team to their first top-place finish in Super League.
Powell was the man in charge as these historic moments unfolded, forever engraving the trio in Castleford's history.
Despite falling short in the Grand Final against Leeds Rhinos, the trio's contributions to Castleford's success are still remembered fondly.
The upcoming Rivals Round sees them face off against their former club, highlighting the deep-rooted connections between the two teams.
The rivalry reaches back to 2006, when Wakefield relegated Castleford on the final day of the Super League season, adding another layer of history to the intense matchup.
As the teams prepare to battle it out on the field, the significance of this derby is not lost on the players and fans alike.
The shared history and connections between Wakefield and Castleford add an extra level of intensity to the matchup, making it more than just a regular game on the calendar.
With former Castleford figures now leading Wakefield, the stakes are higher than ever as the teams look to assert dominance over each other in this historic rivalry.
The meeting between Wakefield Trinity and Castleford Tigers is more than just a clash of two teams on the field - it is a showdown of intertwined histories and legacies that have shaped the identities of both clubs.
As the former Castleford figures now stand on the opposite side, the derby takes on a new level of significance and emotion for all involved.
The stage is set for a memorable and fiercely contested match that will add another chapter to the rich tapestry of the Wakefield-Castleford rivalry.