Leeds mascot Ronnie the Rhino entertains the 32,000-strong crowd at Elland Road before the game against Manly Sea Eagles Full-back Brett Stewart gives Manly the perfect start on Sunday, scrambling over for the opening try of the game Tempers start to flare on the field as Leeds and England international Jamie Peacock trades punches with Manly's Josh Perry Peacock is given 10 minutes to cool off in the sin-bin - so is Perry Man of the match Anthony Watmough causes plenty of problems for the Leeds defence and extends the lead with the first of two tries Second-row forward Jamie Jones-Buchanan starts the Rhinos fightback with a try just before the interval Kylie Leuluai does his best to inspire the defending champions, but Manly's strong start to the second half spoils their hopes Veteran centre Keith Senior goes over to give the Rhinos some hope But Manly hold on to win 28-20 - and captain Matt Orford lifts the trophy The Australian champions celebrate becoming the first overseas team since Sydney Roosters in 2003 to win the trophy
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