LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
In a thrilling Super League clash at the Totally Wicked Stadium, St Helens emerged victorious with a 22-18 win over the Leeds Rhinos.
The game was a closely contested affair, as it has been whenever these two teams have met this season.
Both sides managed to score two tries each in the first half, with Will Hopoate and Tee Ritson crossing the line for St Helens, while Rhyse Martin and Sam Walters responded for Leeds.
As the game hung in the balance at 12-12 during halftime, the lead changed hands multiple times in the second half.
Jack Welsby made a significant impact, scoring two tries to put St Helens ahead.
However, Nene Macdonald hit back for Leeds, and Martin's conversion gave them a two-point lead.
St Helens refused to back down and responded once again through Welsby.
Lewis Dodd added the crucial extras, securing a nail-biting 22-18 victory for his team.
St Helens started the game aggressively, utilizing their wide attacking play.
Hopoate capitalized on a Welsby grubber kick to give his side an early 4-0 lead.
With St Helens dominating territory and putting Leeds under pressure, Tommy Makinson extended their advantage to 6-0 with a simple penalty kick.