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St Helens boss backs star to become dominant player in Super League and capture England jersey
St Helens boss Kristian Woolf has backed Mark Percival to re-establish himself as one of the best centres in Super League this season – and cement an England World Cup spot.Percival missed Saints’ dramatic Grand Final victory over sworn enemies Wigan Warriors last year after a campaign wrecked by injury.A shoulder problem sustained early in the season was followed by a hamstring strain which sidelined him in September and ensured he played no part in the title decider against Wigan.Yet Woolf today spoke of his confidence that a fully-fit Percival – who underwent surgery on both of his injuries last year – is ready to rediscover his best form in a World Cup year.The Australian said: “Would I back Mark to re-establish himself as one of the