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Wigan Warriors Dominate Toulouse 36-16 in Super League Thriller

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Wigan Warriors maintained their perfect Super League start with a commanding 36-16 victory over Toulouse Olympique in France. Zach Eckersley and Adam Keighran each crossed twice as Wigan ran in four first-half tries in a devastating 14-minute spell. The win extends Wigan's 100% record to four games and reopens their two-point lead at the top of the table.

Toulouse, Super League newcomers, showed resilience but couldn't contain Wigan's attacking firepower at the Stade Ernest-Wallon. Bevan French, deputising for injured Jai Field, scored one of Wigan's seven tries while Jack Farrimond was influential in four scores and earned man-of-the-match honors. Toulouse's points came from Olly Ashall-Bott, a penalty try, and Benjamin Laguerre as they refused to give up.

Wigan's emphatic win sends a strong message to their Super League rivals after Warrington Wolves had briefly drawn level at the top. The Warriors' ruthless finishing and defensive solidity make them the team to beat early in the season. With their attacking options firing and a young talent like Farrimond emerging, Wigan look formidable as they chase a return to Super League dominance.