In many ways, England star Jodie Cunningham can’t lose on Saturday.
The St Helens captain takes the holders into battle against Leeds Rhinos in the Betfred Challenge Cup final. It kicks off a thrilling treble-header with both of the men’s semi-finals also in action at Elland Road. Dominant Saints won the treble last year including a Super League Grand Final victory against Leeds who will be keen to exact revenge.
But even if they do cause an upset, Cunningham can glean positives - she also works as the RFL's national women’s and girls’ development manager. With the Challenge Cup final broadcast live on BBC2 for a second year running, the reigning Woman of Steel knows whatever happens will be good for the sport. Cunningham, 30, admitted: “For me, on both sides of the fence, it’s great.
