LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
Wigan Warriors dominated the Warrington Wolves in a historic Super League game at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, scoring eight tries in a 48-24 victory.
Despite both teams getting the party started, it was Wigan who had all the fun, with tries from Tyler Dupree, Abbas Miski, Bevan French, and Harry Smith giving them a 24-0 lead at half-time.
In the second half, Wigan continued their dominance with more tries from Jai Field, Jake Wardle, Luke Thompson, and Liam Marshall.
Adam Keighran's conversions added to Wigan's lead.
Warrington managed to score late consolation tries, but it was not enough to overcome Wigan's lead.
The match was significant for Super League, with both teams aiming to make history in Las Vegas.
Despite a close start with tries being denied for both sides, Wigan ultimately took control of the game.
Tyler Dupree, the nephew of Super Bowl winner Billy Joe Dupree, made an immediate impact by opening the scoring in the 17th minute.
Warrington tried to fight back with late tries from Arron Lindop, James Harrison, and Matt Dufty, as well as a sensational 100-metre effort from Matty Ashton in the final moments of the game.
However, Wigan's strong performance and lead proved to be insurmountable for Warrington.
The game drew a crowd of over 50,000 fans, showcasing a blend of NRL, Super League, and international women's rugby league.
Despite Warrington getting the event started, it was Wigan who ultimately stole the show with their impressive display of skill and teamwork.
This victory for Wigan Warriors solidified their position as a dominant force in the world of rugby league, leaving Warrington Wolves to reflect on their defeat on the global stage.