Ramifications of Leigh Leopards pulling out of Super League semi final at Wigan could prove massive for the club and the sport in general View 2 Images Derek Beaumont insists Leigh won't fulfil their semi final clash at Wigan (Image: PA)
Leigh Leopards could face a fine of up to £1m if the Super League club pulls out of Friday's crunch semi final at Wigan Warriors. And the financial implications would leave the club battling to avoid going bankrupt.
Leigh chairman Derek Beaumont has told Wigan his side will not fulfil the fixture, because of what he perceives to an 'unacceptable' ticket allocation for travelling supporters.
But failing to show up for the game would see Leigh be in breach of the broadcasting contract Super League clubs have with Sky Sports . Under the