SAINTS secured a morale-boosting triumph over a Wigan side that would have gone top with a win at Langtree Park.

It was the usual eventful derby clash, packed with incident and played with passion.

It took a late Josh Jones try to snatch the win, which carries on building the defending champion's momentum ahead of the semi finals.

Bernard Platt was there to capture the action anf the key moments of the 18-14 win.

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Jon Wilkin had a fine game.

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Jordan Turner crosses, but the video ref ruled obstruction.

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Atelea Vea back on board after a spell on the sidelines.

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Mose Masoe charges in.

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Luke Walsh grabs a crucial first half try to level the scores.

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Another perfect goalkicking display from Luke Walsh.

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Try for Adam Swift.

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Adam Swift congratulated after his well taken try.

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Kyle Amor halted.

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Try-line bound Adam Quinlan pulled back for a forward pass.

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Try time for Josh Jones.

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Josh Jones looking pleased with himself.

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Delight for Jon Wilkin.

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Saints celebrate.

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