Both Leeds Rhinos and St Helens return to action after the break for the Betfred Challenge Cup, as Rohan Smith and Paul Wellens' side meet for the third time in 2024 at the Totally Wicked Stadium on Friday night, kick off 8pm.

Here's a preview ahead of the fixture:

Our opposition

After last week's break in fixtures the Challenge Cup semi finals, St Helens return to their Betfred Super League campaign in a heated battle at the top of the table. 

Paul Wellen's side have the same form as Wigan, Catalans and Warrington after eleven rounds as the quartet have won eight games and lost three to accumulate 16 points, with Hull KR, Salford and Leeds chasing hard behind them.

Like recent years, Saints kicked off their campaign in a winning fashion as they recorded wins against new-boys London, Huddersfield and Leigh, but suffered a late 24-20 defeat to Salford as Deon Cross scored in the dying minutes in round four. Back-to-back meetings with Leeds in the league and cup at AMT Headingley though saw the Red Vee get back to winning ways though, before they added a close 12-4 win over Wigan in round six.

Despite their victory over the Grand Final champions, Catalans gave Saints their second loss of the season in round seven, before Hull KR added a third loss in a 40-20 outing at the start of May. They did pick up convincing wins over strugglers Hull FC and Castleford though, as well as a drop goal victory over Huddersfield thanks to the boot of Jonny Lomax.

As the halfway point of the season approaches, a clash against Leeds is the first of back to back home games for Wellens' side as they host Catalans a week later in a rematch of the 2023 semi finals. There is also a return to trip to Salford as they look to avenge that round four defeat, amongst other matches against London and Castleford.

Head to head

Last three Super League Meetings at TWS

2023 - St Helens 22 Leeds Rhinos 18

2023- St Helens 24 Leeds Rhinos 25

2022 - St Helens 42 Leeds Rhinos 12

Around the League

Here's how the rest of Round Twelve lines up around Super League:

Huddersfield Giants vs Leigh Leopards - Friday 24th, KO 8pm

Castleford Tigers vs Hull FC - Friday 24th, KO 8pm

St Helens vs Leeds Rhinos - Friday 24th, KO 8pm

Catalans Dragons vs Warrington Wolves - Saturday 25th, KO 5.30pm

Salford Red Devils vs Wigan Warriors - Sunday 26th, KO 3pm

London Broncos vs Hull KR - Sunday 26th, KO 3pm

Fans can watch all the action live on Sky Sports, plus four games from this round will be available to watch on Super League+. Find out more here.

Get your tickets for Friday's game!

Tickets and travel for our away Betfred Super League game against St Helens are now available to purchase online at tickets.therhinos.co.uk, over the phone on 0371 423 1315 and from Leeds Rhinos Club Shop.

Prices start at £26 for adults, £18 for concessions and £5 for juniors, plus official travel with the Rhinos is £18 per person. Tickets for the match also include the Women's game beforehand as Leeds Rhinos Women take on St Helens at 5.30pm.

Please note that match tickets and travel will be available to buy from Leeds Rhinos until 3pm on Friday 24th May (subject to availability).

For more information, click here.