Bevan French double gives Wigan victory in dazzling derby against Leigh

Wigan 24-6 Leigh Liam Marshall's superb try sets up grandstand finish It is testament to the rise of Leigh Leopards in recent years that their derby with Wigan Warriors has been given an official strapline. But in general election week, perhaps it was only right that the Battle of the Borough went the way of the team wearing red on a pivotal evening for both of these teams. Leigh and Wigan play in the same postcode. And while the geographical gap has always been close - seven miles to be precise...