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RFL bosses won’t make any decision on whether to change the controversial Easter schedule until the findings of an audit into Super League’s injuries.

This season has seen increased calls to move away from playing two matches in the space of four days over the Bank Holiday weekend, after a host of clubs suffered lengthening injury lists.

One report suggested that as many as 40 players were crocked over Easter - with a number of clubs counting their injury lists in double figures.

But there are no immediate plans to review the situation, with the RFL waiting until an annual end-of-year review into when and how injuries occur.

Super League general manager Blake Solly said: “It’s an RFL decision, but we would always consult clubs on it.

“We had a conversation about in 2014, and when the new structure was originally proposed the plan was to play one game at Easter.

“But clubs and the players association at the time were happy with the two rounds over Easter, mainly because of the crowds, atmospheres and the fans’ reaction to both games.

“At this stage there’s no intention to look at it again, although there is an injury audit that we do at the end of every year.

“We’re in the third year of reporting that audit now, and when all the data comes in, we look back at any key areas or issues.

“Looking at current squads it does feel like there are a number of injuries, but we would need the data to see if that’s any different to years before or related to the Easter schedule.

“And it’s hard to see where an extra fixture would fit in at the moment, unless you push the Grand Final back a week.”

Mirror columnist Jamie Peacock has been among those calling for change, but the busy Easter weekend still has its backers as well, with Wigan coach Shaun Wane a consistent supporter.