Melbourne Storm's Cooper Cronk (r) holds on for dear life to Leeds Rhinos' Kylie Leuluai

Leeds come under early pressure as Melbourne Storm's Israel Folau (r) is wrestled to the ground

T-R-Y as Ryan Hoffman (c) gives the Australians a 4-2 lead

It's all smiles for Melbourne Storm as they gather round Hoffman to celebrate his touchdown

Two minutes before half-time and Scott Donald goes over to claim Leeds' first try

Both sides have to deal with testing conditions - driving rain and strong winds - at Elland Road

Leeds Rhinos' Kevin Sinfield feels the force of Melbourne Storm's defence

As Melbourne Storm chase the game, Rob Burrows evades the tackle from Brett White

Kevin Sinfield's kicking kept Melbourne Storm at bay and the Leeds captain is quick to celebrate their win

Champions of the World - Leeds Rhinos delight in their World Club Challenge success