Dobson shines in Wigan win

An imperious kicking display from Michael Dobson helped Wigan to a commanding 38-16 victory over title-chasing Hull at the JJB Stadium.

The cherry-and-whites knew they had blown all hopes of reaching the play-offs, but the visitors from the KC Stadium, who had already cemented second spot in the table, had no answer to Dobson and his eager supporting cast.

Dobson, Iafeta Paleaaesina and Chris Ashton (2) grabbed the Wigan scores in a one-sided first half, with youngster Matt Dale registering Hull's only mark on the scoreboard.

Further tries from Harrison Hansen and Nathan McAvoy put the game beyond doubt at 34-4 and, although Motu Tony and Shaun Briscoe helped restore some degree of respectability to the scoreboard, Gareth Hock's late try rounded off a great night for the home side.