Manchester Thunder host London Pulse in the Netball Super League Grand Final at the Co‑op Live Arena. Director‑CEO Karen Greig eyes a crowning achievement, having steered the club to three finals and two titles since 2016, including an unbeaten 2022 campaign. A home‑court victory would not only please the packed Manchester crowd but also cement her status among the city’s elite coaches.

The Thunder have the upper hand, winning two of three meetings this season, most recently edging Pulse 60‑56 in the major semi‑final. That result set up a title decider between the league’s two best sides and opened the door for Greig’s third championship, which would make her Manchester’s most successful netball coach. A win would also give Thunder a rare home‑soil triumph after years of near‑misses.

Pulse boss Sam Bird lambasted her side’s “terrible” display after the semi‑final loss, but the criticism sparked two straight wins to reach the final. She believes the squad can match Thunder’s tactics if they stay disciplined and respond to umpiring. Both coaches stress that the final will be a chess match, with small adjustments deciding the outcome. The winner will claim the league’s most celebrated coaching legacy.