Rugby League Grand Final 2013: Date, Start Time, Live Stream and Preview

In the Challenge Cup final that never was, this Saturday brings audiences the third encounter between Wigan and Warrington that many may have thought would have come at Wembley in August.

Two of the Super League's top-four finishers this year, both English outfits have come through their share of obstacles along the route to Old Trafford.

Last week, the Warriors and Wolves each saw off substantial opposition, defeating Huddersfield and Leeds at the semi-final stage of the competition, respectively.

"The Wire" are unbeaten against Wigan this season, winning at the Halliwell Jones Stadium before earning a 17-17 draw at the DW Stadium later in the campaign.

That being said, form can tend to count for nought in finales such as this, with what promises to be a league extravaganza waiting just around the corner.

What: Wigan Warriors vs. Warrington Wolves

Where: Old Trafford, Manchester

When: Saturday, September 5

Time: 6 p.m. Local Time (BST)

Viewing Info: Sky Sports 2 (UK, coverage begins at 5 p.m. BST)

Stream: SkyGo (Subscription required)

Wigan Warriors: Player to Watch

Sam Tomkins

In his final appearance in the cherry and white of Wigan, Sam Tomkins will be looking to leave an even bigger mark on Super League rugby before departing to join the New Zealand Warriors.

Tomkins confirmed the move himself via Twitter:

Speaking to BBC Sport earlier this week, the Warriors fullback stated that it would be by far “the greatest moment of my career” if he were able to not only captain his side at Old Trafford, but win the match, too.

During his five years as part of the Warriors' setup, Tomkins has been a breath of fresh air to the European game and is sure to set the pitch alight as long as conditions allow this weekend.

Opposite the Southern Hemisphere-bound 24-year-old is Warrington's Stefan Ratchford, who could pose a serious challenge to Tomkins, irrespective of emotional context.

Warrington Wolves: Player to Watch

Adrian Morley

Another fan favourite of his side departing for new pastures after this season is the Wolves' Adrian Morley, who’ll soon bid farewell to Warrington before joining the Salford Red Devils.

Now 36 years of age, Morley has been with his current club for two Challenge Cups and a League Leaders' Shield triumph, but The Wire's captain is yet to add a Super League title to his locker.

Speaking to BBC Sport, Morley said: “It would be the icing on the cake, definitely. Just making the Grand Final is an achievement, and to play in the Grand Final for my last game is great, but to get the win would be a bit special.”

One can expect to see the forward as eager as anyone else to get ball in hand come Saturday, as another player looks to bow out of this section of his career with a bang.