Overview
- St Helens overturned a 12-6 half-time deficit to defeat Leeds Rhinos 16-14 in the elimination play-off.
- Jon Bennison's late converted try closed the gap and set up the final movement that ended with Wright scoring as time expired.
- Jake Connor extended Leeds' lead to 14-6 with a penalty before Saints mounted their late comeback.
- St Helens operated with one fewer interchange after Matty Lees left to attend the birth of his child.
- The result sets up an October 4 semi-final at Craven Park against Hull KR, with Wigan Warriors facing Leigh Leopards on October 3 and the Grand Final at Old Trafford on October 11.