Danny Richardson (born ) is an English professional rugby league footballer who plays as a or for the Castleford Tigers in the Betfred Super League and the England Knights at international level. He has previously played for St Helens in the Super League, and has spent time on dual registration from the Saints at the Sheffield Eagles and the Leigh Centurions in the Betfred Championship. Background Richardson was born in Widnes, Cheshire, England. Career St Helens In 2017, he made his St Helens (Heritage № 1234) début against Leeds. Sheffield Eagles Having played just three times in his first season at professional level, Richardson joined Kingstone Press Championship outfit Sheffield Eagles as part of the club's new Dual registration deal with St. Helens. In his first appearance, a 42-34 win against Swinton, the scrum-half scored a try and converted seven goal kicks. Castleford Tigers In round 19 of the 2022 Super League season, Richardson scored a try, kicked five goals and one drop goal in Castleford's (Heritage № 995) 35-22 victory over Warrington Wolves. On 9 August 2022, Richardson signed a two-year contract extension to remain at Castleford until the end of the 2024 season. International career In July 2018 he was selected in the England Knights Performance squad. In 2019 he was selected for the England Knights against Jamaica at Headingley Rugby Stadium. References External links Castleford Tigers profile SL profile Saints Heritage Society profile 1996 births Living people Castleford Tigers players England Knights national rugby league team players English rugby league players Leigh Leopards players Rugby league five-eighths Rugby league halfbacks Rugby league players from Widnes Sheffield Eagles players St Helens R.F.C. players