Wigan Warriors head coach Adrian Lam admits his squad will be decimated for Thursday’s trip to Wakefield Trinity. John Bateman and Liam Farrell are missing due to their inclusion in the England squad for the mid-season international against the Combined Nations All Stars on Friday.
Jackson Hastings is also absent for the Warriors due to the England game which will see him feature for Tim Sheens’ All Stars.
The absence of three key men is a blow to Lam with the likes of Dom Manfredi, Bevan French and Jai Field all out injured and Brad Singleton and Zak Hardaker missing through suspension.
Youngster Sam Halsall, who scored a try when playing on loan for Newcastle Thunder in their Championship win over Oldham on Sunday, will not be available.
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