Magic Weekend: Matt Peet stands by 'loss of identity' comments ahead of Wigan Warriors clash with St Helens

Matt Peet says he stands by his comments that St Helens have "lost their identity" ahead of the two derby foes meeting at Magic Weekend on Sunday, live on Sky Sports.

Peet made the comments after his side's 32-0 victory over Saints in the Challenge Cup semi-final which they went onto lift after a comprehensive win over Hull KR.

It marked the second meeting between the sides this season after St Helens staged a stunning Good Friday comeback, with Hull KR loanee Bill Leyland scoring twice in the closing minutes to seal a dramatic victory.

It is that Good Friday victory that sparked the comments from Peet, in particular St Helens using Leyland and Jordan Dezaria from the Robins on one-week loans and the wild celebrations that ensued.

Now, as they prepare for the trilogy showdown at Everton's Hill Dickinson Stadium, the atmosphere surrounding what is already a fierce grudge match has been further intensified by Peet's comments.

While he is aware they were said out of emotion, Peet "stands by" what he said and is looking froward to another derby battle.