Overview
- Shane Wright scored after the hooter to clinch a 16-14 win over Leeds at Headingley in a multi-pass move likened to St Helens’ ‘Wide to West’ try.
- The semi-final is set for October 4 at Sewell Group Craven Park, with the winner progressing to the Old Trafford Grand Final on October 11.
- Hull KR arrive as holders of the League Leaders’ Shield and Challenge Cup following a rest week and a bid for a season treble.
- The Robins beat St Helens in all three regular-season meetings this year by scores of 20-10, 34-4 and 12-8.
- Paul Wellens said Saints must improve to contend with Hull KR, while pundit Jon Wilkin warned the Robins’ trophy-heavy campaign could bring fatigue.