St Helens loanee Bill Leyland produced a stunning debut against bitter rivals Wigan Warriors in what may prove his only appearance for the club. The 23-year-old Hull KR player, brought in on a one-week emergency loan, delivered match-winning heroics when Saints needed him most during this highly anticipated Good Friday derby.

Leyland entered the fray as a substitute after Daryl Clark suffered a head knock and made an immediate impact. With just three minutes remaining, he scored his first Super League try to put Saints in front before adding another from halfway moments later. The two-try performance earned him man of the match honors as Saints overturned a 14-point deficit.

"I'm glad to go out and make an impact and bring so much joy to the fans," Leyland told BBC Radio 5 Live after his 10-point victory secured. The dramatic comeback, featuring four tries in the final 10 minutes, keeps St Helens firmly in contention for this season's honors while Leyland's fairytale debut will long be remembered by Saints supporters who witnessed rugby league magic unfold.