The Sir Billy Boston game
- A celebration of Sir Billy Boston, for Wigan Warriors v Huddersfield Giants.
- The game will also pay tribute to our armed forces with many serving members and veterans in attendance.
- Buy tickets now HERE.
Wigan Warriors to Honour Billy Boston’s Knighthood at Special Tribute Match on friday 11 July.
Wigan Warriors are proud to announce the upcoming Betfred Super League clash against Huddersfield Giants on Friday 11 July (8pm K.O.) at The Brick Community Stadium will be a celebration of rugby league legend Sir Billy Boston, in tribute to his recently awarded knighthood.
Sir Billy Boston – a towering figure in the sport’s history and quite possibly Wigan’s greatest ever player – was awarded a knighthood in the King’s Birthday Honours for services to rugby league and the community. The match will pay tribute to his legacy – on and off the pitch – with a pre-match ceremony, commemorative content, and a chance for supporters to join us in celebrating this monumental achievement.
There will be a special musical performance ahead of kick off from Russell Watson, and for the crescendo, supporters will be given the opportunity to stand and applaud Sir Billy Boston before kick off.
The evening will also serve as an Armed Forces Celebration Night, recognising and honouring the service and sacrifice of our armed forces, with personnel in attendance and special matchday activities planned in their honour. We will be joined by members of the Air and Sea Cadets, along with the Royal Marines.
Wigan Warriors Chief Executive, Kris Radlinski MBE said: “Billy Boston is not only a Wigan legend, but a national treasure. This knighthood is a long-overdue recognition of his remarkable contribution to sport and society. It will be a special night, and we invite all fans to join us in celebrating Sir Billy, while also recognising the courage and dedication of our Armed Forces.
“We promise to do Billy and the Armed Forces proud with a spectacular show that will long be remembered.”
Tickets are now available and fans are encouraged to secure their seats HERE whilst arriving early to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the full celebration programme.
Members of the Armed Forces can claim two complimentary tickets for the game on production of the relevant Armed Forces Identification at The Brick Community Stadium Ticket Office. This game is the first game for new Half-Season Members. You can still secure your seat for the rest of the 2025 Betfred Super League season with a Half-Season Membership, with big savings over match-by-match prices. Buy your Half-Season Membership today HERE.