Matt Dufty and Jordan Rapana to both score a try is a BOOSTED 9/1 - as Warrington and Hull FC meet in a crucial Super League clash
In what is a fixture that could prove crucial in the context of both of their seasons - Warrington Wolves and Hull FC go head-to-head at the Halliwell Jones Stadium on Saturday.
Hull FC are in sixth and just one point clear of those beneath them fighting for a playoff spot, while Warrington are in eighth and five points adrift of the top six.
Despite being below them in the table - Warrington enters the fixture as an odds-on favourite - with Sam Burgess' side priced at 1/2 with Sky Bet.
Matt Dufty and Jordan Rapana to both score a try tonight is a BOOSTED 9/1 with Sky Bet
Conversely, Hull FC are 7/4 outsiders to upset the applecart in enemy territory, while a drawn match is the widest in the market at 16/1.
In addition to the Match Result market outlined above - Sky Bet are offering a Price Boost for this fixture.
Enhanced from 15/2 to 9/1 - the boost requires Matt Dufty and Jordan Rapana to both score a try.
Dufty and Rapana have combined to score five tries in the English Super League to date this season.
Sky Bet odds in Match Result market for Warrington Wolves vs Hull FC:
Warrington Wolves 1/2
Hull FC 7/4
Drawn Match 16/1
Sky Bet Price Boost for Warrington Wolves vs Hull FC:
Matt Dufty and Jordan Rapana to both score a try
WAS 15/2 NOW 9/1
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