Leigh Leopards Secure Home Playoff, St Helens Lose Top-Four Spot

Leigh Leopards have secured a home play-off eliminator after a dominant 28-10 victory over St Helens, pushing them into third place in the Betfred Super League table and ending St Helens' hopes of a top-four finish. Leigh's win, highlighted by strong performances from Edwin Ipape and Lachlan Lam, underscores their credentials as Grand Final contenders and leaves St Helens struggling with form against elite teams. Leeds Rhinos have also guaranteed a home play-off tie for the first time since 2017 but face an uphill battle to claim third place, needing a win against Wigan Warriors and a slip-up from Leigh against Huddersfield Giants. St Helens, now fifth, will face either Leeds or Leigh in the elimination round, while Wigan Warriors secured second place with a commanding win to set up a home semi-final. The play-offs promise competitive fixtures, with league leaders Hull KR close to securing the League Leaders' Shield. Overall, Leigh and Leeds have cemented their positions in the play-offs, while St Helens' recent poor form casts doubt on their Grand Final aspirations.