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Super League Las Vegas clash sets Sky Sports viewing figures record as BBC figure also smashed


Published on 2025-03-04 10:05:31 - MSN
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  • The historic Super League clash between Wigan Warriors and Warrington Wolves in Las Vegas yielded the highest-ever peak for a regular-season fixture excluding during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Warriors and the Wolves were given the honour of being the first Super League teams to walk out and play a fixture at Allegiant Stadium - with the hope being that it would not only raise interest in the competition worldwide,

The Super League Las Vegas clash between the Wigan Warriors and the Penrith Panthers set a new record for Sky Sports, with the game attracting the highest viewership for a Super League match ever on the channel. The event, which took place in Las Vegas, not only broke Sky Sports' viewing figures but also saw the BBC's coverage of the same match achieve its highest Super League audience in over two decades. This historic match was part of a double-header event, showcasing rugby league's attempt to expand its international presence. The significant viewership numbers indicate a growing interest in the sport, particularly when it ventures into new markets like the United States.

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