Even though there hasn’t been a game for nine months, it’s still been an eventful few months at Widnes.

Simon Finnigan became Widnes’ fourth different coach since the departure of Denis Betts in May 2018 and will be tasked with leading the club to the Championship play-offs in 2021.

Rugby may not have the same high betting profile as football, but it is one of the most popular sports in the UK and is increasingly represented in the fast-expanding sports betting sector. 

Following the demise of Toronto Wolfpack, one of Widnes’ Championship promotion rivals is set to get an immediate elevation to Super League.

It still remains unclear just when the 2021 season will begin and if fans will be allowed to attend.