Hull coach Peter Sharp knows his side face a huge test against hot favourites St Helens Hull attack from the off, forcing St Helens into some frantic defending But Hull's early optimism is cut short when Sean Long's high-kick sets up Francis Meli for the opening try But Hull soon strike back when Sid Domic rounds off a slick interchange of passes to go over and score in the corner Lee Gilmour sets up Jamie Lyon, who is desperate for a win in his final game before leaving Saints St Helens were beyond Hull's grasp once Willie Talau scored just after half-time Ade Gardner's try shortly after Talau's touchdown meant there was no way back for Hull Keiron Cunningham's 150th try for Saints just rubbed salt into Hull's wounds Sean Long lifts the Super League trophy as St Helens' 2006 team emulate their legendary 1966 double-winning side Hull's shell-shocked players put up valiant resistance but could not match the pure class of St Helens As his team-mates celebrate in the background, Maurie Fa'asavalu performs a celebratory victory haka The Super League trophy and man of the match award rounded off a great week for Man of Steel Paul Wellens (right) St Helens celebrate their superb achievement - their fourth Grand Final success and the domestic treble
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