Wigan Warriors have thrown out their star-studded lineup for Thursday's clash at Craven Park against Hull KR, with head coach Matt Peet resting a huge chunk of his first-team squad. Only a handful of regulars like Zach Eckersley, Junior Nsemba, Patrick Mago and Jack Farrimond are confirmed starters, with up to 10 potential debutants set to feature.

Willie Peters has named his strongest 21-man squad for Hull KR, but Wigan fans on social media erupted over the decision. Replies compared the move to Salford's point deduction for fielding academy-heavy teams and questioned whether Wigan would face similar disciplinary action. One fan wrote, "Expecting a points deduction for this."

The rotation leaves Wigan vulnerable at Craven Park, with the Challenge Cup final nine days away. Peet's gamble risks derailing the momentum the club built back on track, though keeping key players fresh could pay off when it matters most.