Leeds Rhinos and Warrington Wolves are set to clash in the first Super League play-off semi-final, with the winner securing a spot in the October 3 Grand Final at Old Trafford. Leeds earned a crucial bye week after finishing second in the regular season standings, but they enter the fixture with consecutive home losses against Wigan Warriors and Hull FC, closing the regular campaign with three defeats from five matches.

Despite the inconsistent run, Leeds head coach Brad Arthur remains defiant. Speaking to BBC Radio Leeds, Arthur said he is unbothered by the recent results, emphasizing that minor execution errors have been addressed during the training week. He stressed the need for his team to be "the best version of us," noting that the past two games showed areas to tidy up.

Leeds last reached the Grand Final in 2022 under dramatic circumstances, while Warrington are aiming to break a longer drought. The winner will advance to face either Wigan Warriors or Wakefield Trinity in the final. The match carries high stakes for both traditional titans of the sport.