Hull KR make three changes as Wigan Warriors feature debutant in Challenge Cup semi-final

Willie Peters has made three changes to his Hull KR side for the Challenge Cup semi-final against Wigan Warriors. Elliot Minchella and Sam Luckley both return after missing last week's defeat to Warrington Wolves while Tom Opacic is recalled at centre.

It was already known that Jack Broadbent and Jack Brown would not be able to feature as they were cup-tied, but the third player left out is Matty Storton, who has been named as the 18th man. George King has been given the nod instead, having previously been the 18th man in games against Wigan Warriors and St Helens when Storton has been included.

Minchella's return sees Dean Hadley return to the back row and Kelepi Tanginoa head to the bench. Meanwhile, Luckley takes up his regular spot on the bench. Opacic partners Ryan Hall on the left edge, with Peta Hiku remaining on the right with Joe Burgess.

It is a side with a familiar feel, with Peters finding some continuity with his team selection in recent weeks. As for Wigan, they will hand a debut to Sam Walters, who is fit again after missing the start of the season with a broken collarbone. He will play from the bench for Matt Peet's side. He has replaced Liam Byrne, who is suspended for the match.

Hull KR: Niall Evalds, Joe Burgess, Peta Hiku, Tom Opacic, Ryan Hall, Tyrone May, Mikey Lewis, Sauaso Sue, Brad O'Neill, Jai Whitbread, Dean Hadley, James Batchelor, Elliot Minchella. Subs: Matt Parcell, George King, Kelepi Tanginoa, Sam Luckley.

Wigan Warriors: Jai Field, Abbas Miski, Adam Keighran, Jake Wardle, Liam Marshall, Bevan French, Harry Smith, Ethan Havard, Brad O'Neill, Luke Thompson, Junior Nsembah, Liam Farrell, Kaide Ellis. Subs: Kruise Leeming, Patrick Mago, Tyler Dupree, Sam Walters.

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