Wigan prop Paul Prescott has recovered from a back injury and returns for his side's televised Challenge Cup quarter-final clash with arch-rivals St Helens.
Anthony Gelling is expected to continue to deputise for Pat Richards (knee) after scoring two tries last week. Saints expect to have back rower Jon Wilkin (shoulder) available after a five-match absence, while Josh Perry and Gary Wheeler are close to fitness. Only prop Tony Puletua and winger Ade Gardner remain on the sidelines. Saturday's match takes place at the DW Stadium following days of protracted talks due to the stadium hosting Wigan Athletic's final Premier League home game 24 hours later.
Bolton's Reebok Stadium and the Leigh Sports Village were considered as alternative venues before Warriors chairman Ian Lenagan managed to agree a deal with stadium owner Dave Whelan. Cup holders Wigan will be hoping for a repeat of last season's Challenge Cup victory over St Helens, who they beat 18-12 at the semi-final stage. They went on to lift the trophy for a record 18th time, ending a nine-year spell without the title. Saints, meanwhile, will be looking for an improved performance after losing 28-10 to the Warriors in the Super League on 6 April. That loss was their only defeat in eight league and cup games under caretaker head coach Mike Rush since the departure of Royce Simmons on 19 March.
11 May 2012 Last updated at 12:00
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