Saturday, June 6 kicks off the Netball Super League semi‑finals at Co‑op Live. Loughborough Lightning face Nottingham Forest at 3 pm, while Manchester Thunder meet defending champions London Pulse at 5.30 pm. Both stream live on Sky Sports Mix and YouTube, giving fans a chance to see who reaches the June 20 Grand Final. Thunder sit second on the table, Pulse lead, turning the major semi into a title‑decider.

Tamsin Greenway notes Lightning’s firepower – over 1,000 goals this season – yet injuries have disrupted their line‑up. Forest have shown fearlessness, beating Lightning 76‑65 in round 12 after a narrow loss earlier. Greenway expects a cracker clash, but believes Lightning’s experience could still carry them through. If Forest repeats their round‑12 dominance, they could exploit Lightning’s depleted bench and force an upset.

Tracey Neville praises Pulse’s balanced back‑court but highlights Thunder’s surge, driven by Sophie Fawns’ form and Eleanor Cardwell’s return to pre‑injury levels. Playing for a home final at Co‑op Live, Thunder face a do‑or‑die scenario: “everything to lose, everything to win.” A crucial victory secures a Manchester‑hosted Grand Final and a coveted title shot.