in their Group D qualifier on Tuesday that clinched a 2022 World Cup play-off berth. Wigan Warriors have confirmed the return of outside back Iain Thornley and announced the signing of Brazil-born prop Ramon Silva for the 2022 Super League season. Enjoying one of his most prolific seasons, Smith scored five goals and assisted two others in five games, using his physicality in the box to hold off defenders. His cheeky backheeled goal against Sunderland underlined his current confidence. Assessing the challenge, Rennie said: "They (Wales) have got genuine on-ball presence, a pretty strong back-line and an excellent back-three. It is a good side.