The highly anticipated face-off between Warrington Wolves and St Helens delivered a captivating display of rugby league talent, as Warrington emerged victorious in a tightly contested match. The game kicked off with a strong showing from St Helens, who exerted early pressure, but it was Warrington that managed to strike first, showcasing their agility and strategic prowess.

Warrington took the lead against the run of play thanks to full-back Dufty, who crossed the try line after a clever pass from Williams. This move was made possible when James Harrison executed a desperate pass that kept the attack alive despite intense defensive pressure from St Helens. Marc Sneyd stepped up and converted the try from close range, putting Warrington ahead 6-0.

Despite their slow start, St Helens quickly rallied, and it looked like they would equalize when Sailor made a powerful run to tap down a searching kick from Jonny Lomax. However, the initial call on the field was a no-try, prompting a review by the video referee. Ultimately, the decision was upheld, keeping the score in Warrington's favor.

Just as the first half drew to a close, St Helens managed to level the scores with a similar play. Sailor once again showcased his skills by grounding another kick from Lomax, this time timing his jump perfectly. The video referee confirmed the try, and Jon Bennison stepped in to convert after regular kicker Mark Percival was sidelined with a head injury, ensuring the teams went into halftime at 6-6.

As the second half commenced, Matty Ashton had a golden opportunity to score a second try for Warrington but squandered the chance when he failed to pass to Dufty after a brilliant break. The momentum shifted again when Jack Welsby thwarted Ashton's efforts, maintaining the pressure on the Saints. However, Sneyd managed to restore Warrington's lead shortly after with a penalty kick awarded for offside, though it was clear the Wolves were aiming for a more substantial advantage.

The contest remained fiercely competitive, with both teams coming close to scoring on multiple occasions. Joe Batchelor appeared poised to deliver a try for St Helens but lost possession mere meters from the line, a decision confirmed by the video referee. At the other end, an Ashton try was also ruled out due to a forward pass, illustrating the razor-thin margins that characterized this match.

On the 55-minute mark, Warrington finally managed to score their second try through Currie. A perfectly placed kick by Williams bounced favorably for Currie, allowing him to sprint through and touch down under the posts. Sneyd successfully converted the try, stretching Warrington’s lead to 14-6.

However, St Helens was quick to respond, with Clark crossing into the try zone just five minutes later. After the Wolves’ knock-on was intercepted by Moses Mbye, Clark capitalized and touched down. Bennison converted the try, narrowing Warrington’s lead to just two points at 14-12, keeping the tension palpable.

As the match reached its climax, with both teams on a knife edge, it was fitting that Williams would have the final word. He displayed remarkable agility, weaving his way into open space before driving down the right wing to cross the line once more. Sneyd was on hand to add the extras, solidifying the victory for Warrington and ensuring their triumph over St Helens, marking another successful chapter in their storied history as nine-time Challenge Cup winners.