Wigan v St Helens Super League Grand Final – live!

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Sean O’Loughlin and James Graham hope for last hurrah

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7.34pm GMT
“Saints fan here. Feel ill with nerves. That is all.” says Barry Rowlings.
Ah, the familiar staccato chatter of a bloke trembling with apprehension.
7.29pm GMT
Reflections on the careers of James Graham and Sean O’Loughlin are everywhere in the run up to this game. Some could say it’s a bit overdone, but they are wrong.
The Saints and Wigan forwards are two of the greatest rugby players and athletes the game in this country has produced; skilful, powerful, natural leaders, endurance like a Toyota Hilux and just a tough. We were lucky to have them. Continue reading...

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