Wakefield Trinity sign Wigan Warriors' ex-Hull KR centre Iain Thornley

Challenge Cup winner Iain Thornley has become Daryl Powell’s first signing as Wakefield Trinity coach.

By Peter Smith

Published 25th Oct 2023, 20:00 BST

Iain Thornley scores for Wigan at Hull FC in May. Picture by John Clifton/SWpix.com.

The 32-year-old centre joins Trinity from Wigan Warriors, having played for his hometown club in their 2022 Cup triumph against Huddersfield Giants.

That was his second spell with Wigan and his other clubs include Hull KR, Catalans Dragons and Leigh Centurions, after he began his professional career in rugby union with Sale Sharks and then Leeds-based Yorkshire Carnegie.

“I am delighted Iain Thornley has agreed to join us next season,” Powell, who was appointed this week, said. “He is a big, powerful centre who has been outstanding for Wigan whenever he has played over the last few seasons. He will add leadership and experience to what is going to be an exciting backline.”