Cartwright sets up challenge for Hull

John Cartwright has challenged his Hull FC side to regroup and keep on showing the same level of 'effort and attitude' throughout the rest of the season.

- By DAN TOMLINSON

The Black and Whites go up against Wigan Warriors for a third time of the year on Sunday, looking to put behind the disappointment of Good Friday's derby defeat and not undo the work of a positive first quarter of the season.

Hull showed a lot of heart and spirit in the clash but lost 28-14 to Rovers, with Cade Cust's 16th-minute red card giving them a huge mountain to climb. But should they display the same characteristics as on show at the MKM, then Cartwright is backing his side to at least compete ahead of what is set to be another gruelling test.