London Pulse clinched a 60-56 victory over Loughborough Lightning to book a spot in the Netball Super League grand final. Liv Tchine fired 30 goals as the defending champions edged past the third‑place side. The win resets the stage for a rematch with Manchester Thunder, who beat Pulse last week by the same score today.

Pulse finished second in the regular season, trailing only Thunder. Their knockout run mirrors last year’s path, when they also overcame Lightning in the grand final. After a tight first quarter that ended 16-16, Pulse seized a 30-29 half‑time lead and closed with a 47-45 advantage at 45 minutes to seal the win of the match.

Samantha Wallace‑Joseph tallied 28 goals for Lightning, who finished third despite a nine‑match winning streak at season start. Pulse coach Sam Bird praised the squad’s resilience after the semi‑final loss, noting they returned with tenacity and a sharper game plan that dismantled Loughborough’s partnerships and made the match tighter, showcasing their determination and focus.

The grand final will unfold at Co‑op Live in Manchester on Saturday 20 June at 15:00 BST. London Pulse will seek to overturn last week’s disappointment, while Manchester Thunder aim to defend their title. Fans can expect a high‑stakes showdown between the season’s top two teams in the arena today.