As known, Rugby League is suspended due to COVID-19 crisis and it is still uncertain when the season restarts.
So ahead of Rugby League’s return, whenever that might be, take a look at the top 10 signings of Super League this season so far.
10. Danny Richardson
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Richardson was considered as one of their best captures of recent times at St Helens. He was known for his calm nature in game-changing moments, with one of these being a match-winning penalty from half-way against Warrington, and he also featured at scrum-half in 2018’s Super League Dream Team.
In 2019 Richardson’s appearances become rare as he did not feature in either of Saints’ finals and featured six times on loan with Leigh, and later signed a deal with Castleford.
Richardson has slightly adapted his playing style to become a more attacking prospect, earning seven assists in the process, but has also maintained his goal-kicking role, with 27 conversions thus far.
9. Aidan Sezer
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Sezer decided to link up as a marquee signing with Simon Woolford in Huddersfield.
He was given the captaincy and he has six assists and is frequently directing his side from the back, which allowed them to win difficult confrontations including two tough away victories over Saints and Catalans.
Huddersfield are now getting the rewards and despite being eliminated from the Challenge Cup, sit fifth in Super League ahead of the Saints and Dragons, alongside Hull FC.
8. Jackson Hastings
Salford were the ones to give the then 22-year-old Hastings achance, offering him a priceless two-year contract which has now turned his career upside-down for the better.
He impressed throughout Super League and played a pivotal role in Salford’s success in 2019, which saw him named Man of Steel and earned him a well-earned Great Britain jersey.
And now with Wigan Hastings has not lost his magic, as he has the potential to now excel and reach a new peak, with international and experienced talent being littered around the side.
7. James Maloney
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Maloney is holding appearances totalling a quarter of a millennium across six recognised NRL clubs, and was known as one of the most influential stars in the competition
He has now officially made the switch to Super League, choosing to link up with Steve McNamara’s Dragons, who made history just two years ago after winning their inaugural Challenge Cup trophy.
6. Luke Gale
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Gale is, indeed, one of the most infuential players, and had some special moments throughout his four previous clubs, including a Super League playoff victory in extra-time over St Helens, where he kicked the match-winning one-pointer, which also contributed towards his Man of Steel award in 2017.
After poor start with Rhinos, Gale now holds three tries and five assists to his name, alongside being the second choice goalkicker should Rhyse Martin incur an injury.
5. Matt Prior
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Prior started his career in 2008 with St George and has since known throughout the NRL as at 105kg, his damaging weight can charge through defences with ease and he has already become a hard-hitter in Super League, despite holding just five games of experience with Leeds.
As known, Matt has chosen to link up with Richard Agar in Leeds and, despite not providing any assists, has already applied his skillset in many challenging situations.
4. Rhys Williams
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Williams has been a surprise since arriving in Salford. Joining from London prior to their relegation, Super League spectators already had high expectations of the Welsh winger.
He started his Super League career aged 20, crossing on average for three tries every five games, alongside an impressive international record.
3. Matty Ashton
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Aston is a great example of a rising star, as his abilities were widely recognised when playing just one year for Swinton. Numerous clubs were interested in signing Ashton, and it was Warrington who eventually claimed the youngster.
Steve Price let Ashton make his mark immediately, which he did so with outstanding performances against two of Super League’s titans, Wigan Warriors and St Helens.
2. Derrell Olpherts
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Similarly to Hastings, Olpherts received his opportunity with Salford in 2018 and is now flying high on the edge with Daryl Powell’s Castleford outfit.
He was on fire before the season was halted, finishing six impressive efforts in just seven games, placing him second in the league for tries scored.
1 Josh Jones
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Jones decided to make the switch to Union, after four eventful years at St Helens. However, this only lasted two games due to personal reasons and he moved back to Rugby League, this time with Salford.
Jones was one of the most dangerous players in the league during this time for Salford, who managed to create a historic tale of underdog, and his individual successes were marked with his debut Super League Dream Team appearance and a priceless Great Britain jersey.
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Total Rugby League
