Every Super League Grand Final ranked from worst to best

What was the best Super League final ever? Read on as we rank all 24 of them.

The Super League has presented us with some of the most exciting finals between professional British rugby teams. All of them are special in their way and are part of the rich legacy.
Read on as we rank them from worst to best.

24: 2017 - Leeds Rhinos 24 - 6 Castle Ford Tigers

The 2017 Super League Final was an incredibly drab affair.
Castleford came into the final in red-hot form, as they had been especially dominant during the season. However, the Leeds Rhinos team collectively produced a resilient performance to trump Castleford 24-6 on the night.

23: 2001 - Bradford Bulls 37 - 6 Wigan Warriors

The Super League Final between Bradford Bulls and Wigan Warriors was expected to be a nail-biting affair since both sides had finished the season on the edge.
However, on the night, Bradford lit up Old Trafford with one of the most dominant first halves, where they were up 26-0. The second half was equally one-sided, which made the final a snore-fest for neutral fans.

If it were possible to go back in time, we would recommend fans relax in sports-themed online games.

For example, you can get code and play online slots with a free bonus at any online gaming platform.

22: 2006 - St Helens 26 - 4 Hull FC

The 2006 Super League Final was a special occasion for high-flying Hull, as it was their first-ever appearance in the Final.
However, they were no match for Daniel Anderson's side, which had aspirations for the Rugby Treble.
The game was not the most eventful from the neutral's perspective as St Helen put in a clinical display of attack and defence.

21: 2016 - Wigan Warriors 12 - 6 Warrington Wolves

The Super League final clash between Wigan and Warrington ended as a low-scoring event, with Wigan coming on top.
Both team's defensive acumen was on display on the night, with Wigan narrowly shading the score 12-6.

20: 2019 - St Helens 23 - 6 Salford Red Devils

The Salford Red Devils came into the 2019 Super League final on the back of an unprecedented season and were looking to finish it on an ultimate high.
But St Helens had other ideas, as they calmly swept aside the Salford resistance and won the game with a convincing 23-6 scoreline.

19: 2010 - Wigan Warriors 22 - 10 St Helens

St. Helens came into the final with many injured or unfit players, and Wigan took full advantage of this by taking an early unassailable lead.
In the second half St Helens fought back, but it was too little, too late, as Wigan held on for the rest of the game.

18: 2007 - Leeds Rhinos 33 - 6 St Helens

The Leeds Rhinos - St Helens 2007 Super League final was one-sided, and the scoreline supports this notion.
We put this final above others because Leeds did its best to make the match look like a Super League final performance.

17: 2018 - Wigan Warriors 12 - 4 Warrington Wolves

Warrington started the 2018 final in blistering form and quickly took the lead, but Wigan eventually capitalised on a few individual errors. The latter of the game was an exhibition of Wigan's superior defensive solidarity, which was enough to keep Warrington at bay.

16: 2012 - St Helens 12 - 10 Catalans Dragons

The 2012 Super League final was a special event as it hosted the French side Catalan Dragons for the first time.
The Dragons came into the final as favourites, and it looked like it was going to be their night when the score was 10-6 in their favour.
But an exceptional performance by St. Helens Kevin Naigama helped them make a comeback and eventually win the final.

15: 2008 - Leeds Rhinos 24 - 16 St Helens

The second consecutive Super League Final between Leeds Rhinos and St Helens was a tactical masterclass. Both teams showcased true grit and determination to restrict each other.
The game lacked individual brilliance, but as a collective team effort, the 2008 final is a great example.

14: 2003 - Brentford Bulls 25 - 12 Wigan Warriors

The Bulls could have made a better start in the game, as Wigan went into the break with a lead. Brentford turned the game around in the second half and won the final 25-12.

13: 2000 - St Helens 29 - 16 Wigan Warriors

The 2000 Super League Final is often considered the start of the historic rivalry between St Helens and the Warriors. Both teams came into the game on the back of solid league finishes.
Overall, it was an exciting event where St. Helens held their nerve to be crowned champions.

12: 2012 - Leeds Rhinos 26 - 18 Warrington Wolves

Leeds and Warrington had been in high-scoring form during the 2012 league season.
The final was no different, as both teams displayed exceptional attacking prowess, which led to a high-scoring game.

11: 2005 - Bradford Bulls 15 - 6 Leeds Rhinos

The 2005 League final was a special event for Bradford as they looked for their maiden title. The first half was a cagy affair where both teams cancelled each other out.
In the second half, the Bulls scored seven points without reply to claim the Super League crown.

10: 2013 - Wigan Warriors 30 - 16 Warrington Wolves

Often remembered as the Super League Final with the most dramatic comeback, the Wolves were leading 16-2 at one point in the game.
But then they collapsed as Wigan finished the game with an impressive 30-16 scoreline.

9: 2004 - Leeds Rhinos 16 - 8 Bradford Bulls

This game is often considered the event that gave rise to the Leeds 'Golden Generation.'
It was fantastic since it was the inception of a special Super League team.

8: 1998 - Wigan Warriors 10 - 4 Leeds Rhinos

The very first Super League Final was accompanied by fanfare and hype.
The two participating teams - Wigan and Leeds, put on a show on the day, but Wigan made history by winning the first-ever Super League title.

7: 2009 - Leeds Rhinos 18 - 10 St Helens

It was the third time in many years that both sides faced off in the final, with many fans predicting a drab event.

But the match surpassed all expectations and is often considered the best among the famous arch-rivals.

6: 2014 - St Helens 14 - 6 Wigan Warriors

The 2014 final is remembered for all the wrong reasons. Ben Flower became the first player to be sent off in a Super League final.

The match was brutal, and both sides were not quite holding their punches.
St. Helen's rigid defence was one of the primary reasons for their victory on the day.

5: 2011 - Leeds Rhinos 32 - 16 St Helens

Who can forget Rob Burrow's iconic try, where he left the St Helens defence for dead?
The game was one of the best turnarounds by Leeds in the final, as they were trailing by 16-8 by the interval.

4: 2015 - Leeds Rhinos 22 - 20 Wigan Warriors

The 2015 Super League final was a nail-biting affair. Both teams were neck and neck in the first half, with Leeds having a slight advantage.
The game ended with Leeds's Josh Walters scoring 16 minutes from time.

3: 1999 - St Helens 8 - 6 Bradford Bulls

This particular final had it all. Super plays, dramatic refereeing decisions, dogged defence, heartbreak, and elation-a Super League classic.

2: 2020 - St Helens 8 - 4 Wigan Warriors

The pandemic meant the 2020 Super League final was played without fans. However, the players came up with an instant classic.
Who can forget the last-minute winner, the Super League's answer to the Premier League, and Sergio Aguero?

1: 2002 - St Helens 19 -18 Bradford Bulls

What can we say about this game that has not already been said? A modern-day spectacle between two sporting institutions.
At one point, Bradford was 18-12 up, only for St Helens to produce a dramatic comeback-a must-watch for all Super League fans.

    More Articles