The match day squad – Wakefield Wildcats

In the first of a long-running series, we look at each team’s probable first-choice 17-man squad ahead of the 2016 season.

First up, we look at Wakefield as they search for improvement after a pretty dismal year in 2015. Brian Smith and his team are determined to avoid the Million Pound Game this year, but will this team ensure their safety?

FB – Ben Jones-Bishop

WG – Tom Johnstone

CE – Bill Tupou

CE – Ashley Gibson

WG – Jordan Tansey

SO – Jacob MIller

SH – Liam Finn

PR – Nick Scruton

HK – Scott Moore

PR – Scott Anderson

SR – Tinirau Arona

SR – Danny Kirmond

LF – Anthony Tupou

Subs

Anthony England

Mickael Simon

Michael Sio

Matty Ashurst

That team leaves out the likes of Richard Owen, Reece Lyne and Stuart Howarth, all of whom have Super League experience.

Where do you think this team will finish in Super League? Let us know on social media!