Wakefield Trinity Wildcats prop forward Oliver Wilkes is facing six to eight weeks on the sidelines after snapping ligaments in his thumb.

Wilkes, who rejoined the Wildcats from London Broncos in the winter, sustained the injury in the first half of his side’s 26-22 Stobart Super League win over Salford City Reds last Saturday but went on to produce arguably his best display of the season.

“It is really disappointing because his hard work was paying off and he was excellent against Salford,” said coach Richard Agar.