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Wigan run riot in Challenge Cup

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Wigan were the highest scoring of the eight Super League sides in Challenge Cup action on Sunday, running in 14 tries to beat SM Pia XIII 74-4.

Mark Calderwood and Liam Colbon led the way with a hat-trick each against the part-time French team.

Holders St Helens fielded a weakened side but still outclassed London Skolars of National League Two 56-0.

And Wakefield ran in seven tries to beat National League One leaders Salford 38-8 at the the Willows.

Hull KR were also in the points, with 68 in a 12-try demolition of Workington.

Last year's finalists Catalans shrugged off the speculation over coach Mick Potter's possible move to Saints to beat Featherstone 22-12.

Rochdale's Chris Forster stunned Hull FC with a try in the eighth minute but the Super Leaguers then ran in eight tries.

Warrington had a few nervous moments as Leigh cut a 16-point half-time deficit to 10 before the Wolves upped their game for a 28-16 verdict.

And Huddersfield took the derby honours against neighbours Halifax, opening up a 16-point lead before a gutsy fight back from the National League One side.



see also
Challenge Cup results
23 Mar 07 |  Results
Bradford power to record cup win
19 Apr 08 |  Rugby League
Rhinos too strong for Crusaders
18 Apr 08 |  Rugby League
Potter in talks on Saints switch
17 Apr 08 |  Rugby League


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