Warrington Wolves seized the day at the Halliwell Jones Stadium, beating Bradford Bulls 26-12 to keep their 100 per cent home record intact. The win catapulted the Wolves to second place, tying Leeds on points but trailing by points difference. Coach Sam Burgess praised the squad’s resilience after a shaky start to the season in a match that showcased their disciplined defense and sharp attack for the season.

Full‑back Josh Thewlis opened the scoring with a quick break, while prop Luke Thomas and centre Albert Hopoate added two more before halftime. Bradford’s Jamie Gill fought back, but a disallowed Connor Wynne try and a sin‑bin for Jayden Okunbor kept the visitors from mounting a comeback. The Wolves’ balance earned them the decisive edge in the first half.

Young half‑back Ewan Irwin, who converted three kicks, sparked a late surge, and winger Matty Ashton sealed the victory with the fifth try. The win keeps the Wolves within striking distance of the leaders, while Bradford drops to eighth defeat of the season. With a game in hand, the Wolves eye a top‑two finish for the next round before the playoffs.