James Roby in St Helens blow
JAMES ROBY’S worst fears have been confirmed after it was revealed he will spend the next 10 weeks on the sidelines.
The St Helens and England hooker sustained his second ankle injury this season at Castleford on Sunday and will undergo surgery.
Saints coach Nathan Brown said: “We’re disappointed to lose a player of James’ calibre, but once again it presents an opportunity for another member of the squad to step up and cement their place.”
Super League clubs meet in Bradford today to discuss plans for the structure of the league from 2015 onwards.
Next season marks the end of the current three-year franchises with a return to promotion and relegation looking all but certain.
Wakefield have vowed to take action against supporters found guilty of fighting during Monday’s home clash with Widnes.
The RFL could launch an investigation and Wakefield have already set up their own probe into the incident.