CHAMPIONS: ST Helens may not have as strong a squad as Bradford but their penchant for knockout rugby always makes them favourites in the new play-off era. Watch out for a late Wigan charge.

LEAGUE LEADERS: Bradford have the quality to back up their forward power.

RELEGATION: Take your pick from Wakefield, Halifax or Huddersfield.

TEAM TO WATCH: Warrington are a good bet for the play-offs under promising new coach Paul Cullen.

PLAYER TO WATCH: Sean O'Loughlin is ready to set Super League alight.

YOUNG HOPEFUL: England ace Danny Tickle is among Wigan's new breed of homegrown talent

Saints v Bradford report

PREDICTED

1 Bradford Bulls

2 Wigan Warriors

3 St Helens

4 Leeds Rhinos

5 Hull FC

6 Widnes Vikings

7 Warrington Wolves

8 Castleford Tigers

9 London Broncos

10 Wakefield Wildcats

11 Halifax

12 Huddersfield Giants