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Warrington Wolves' Play-Off Semi-Final Win at Leeds Rhinos, as It Happened
Ewan Irwin’s late penalty sent Warrington to its first Grand Final since 2018 after a tense match decided by fine margins.
- On Friday, Warrington Wolves defeated Leeds Rhinos 14-12 at Headingley, with Ewan Irwin's penalty 15 minutes from time proving decisive and sending Warrington to the Betfred Super League Grand Final.
- Coach Brad Arthur's Rhinos faced a mounting injury crisis, forcing the team to field a patched-up starting 13 after losing Maika Sivo and Chris Hankinson before kickoff.
- An attendance of 16,626 watched as James Bentley and Luke Yates scored tries for Warrington, while Ryan Hall crossed for Leeds, leaving the teams tied 12-12 at halftime.
- Leeds received a final opportunity when awarded a penalty more than 60 metres from goal, but Jake Connor's effort fell short in the dying seconds, sparking celebration among Warrington players and fans.
- Warrington now awaits the winner of Saturday's second semi-final between Wigan and Wakefield, marking the club's first Grand Final appearance since 2018.
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The Independent (US)Warrington edge out injury-ravaged Leeds to book Grand Final place
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