Tyler Dupree relishing chance to test himself against NRL champions, including 'best in the world' prop forward

[josie andrews]

Wigan Warriors forward Tyler Dupree is looking forward to testing himself against 2023 men’s Golden Boot winner James Fisher-Harris in the World Club Challenge.

After establishing himself as one of the most sought-after forwards in 2023, with the Warriors winning the race to sign the ex-Leeds man last July on a four-year deal from Salford, Dupree is hoping to take his game to the next level on Saturday evening against current NRL champions Penrith Panthers.

The 24-year-old prop is yet to lose a game in Cherry & White, enjoying a 10-game winning streak through until last year’s Super League Grand Final at Old Trafford.

He was rewarded with a call-up to Shaun Wane’s England squad for the end-of-season series against Tonga, featuring in the third and final test match at Headingley Stadium.

But Dupree will arguably face his toughest competition yet at the DW Stadium against a dominant Panthers outfit that includes some of the biggest names in the game including forwards Moses Leota, Isaah Yeo and New Zealand skipper Fisher-Harris.

I love what the NRL do and how the players are idolised over there,” Dupree said.

“I'm looking forward to facing James Fisher-Harris, he's the best in the world at the minute.

“He's the Golden Boot winner, and if I can hold my own against the likes of him, I'm sure that it will be a good testament to my character and says where I am as well.

“Without idolising him too much, I like how he plays.

“But come Saturday, he'll become my opponent and I want to try and hold my own against people like that and to prove myself.”

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