1971–72 Challenge Cup

The final was contested by St. Helens and Leeds at Wembley.The final was played on Saturday 13 May 1972, in front of a crowd of 89,495.After leading 12-6 at half time, St Helens beat Leeds 16-13.[1] The winner of the Lance Todd Trophy was Saints’ Kel Coslett.[2] St Helens scorers were Les Jones (1 try), Graham Rees (1 try), and Kel Coslett (5 goals).

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