Craig Lingard Sacked as Castleford Tigers Coach

Craig Lingard has been dismissed as head coach of Castleford Tigers after a disappointing season, winning only eight out of 29 games. Despite the surprise surrounding his exit, Lingard admitted he sensed changes were imminent following the club's ownership transition to Martin Jepson, who emphasized the need for a new direction. Lingard remains open to future opportunities within rugby, whether as a coach or in a behind-the-scenes role, and has expressed no hard feelings regarding his departure. The Tigers showed promise at times, with notable victories and the development of young talent, but ultimately faced challenges due to injuries and squad depth. As Castleford seeks a new head coach, Lingard's pragmatic approach highlights the ruthless nature of professional sports.