Salford's Stefan Ratchford ends St Helens' recordbreaking run

Handling skills: Salford's Mark Henry is tackled by St Helen's Ade Gardner and Chris Flannery Photo: PA Stefan Ratchford touched down twice and was inspirational as struggling Salford recorded a famous victory over engage Super League leaders St Helens. The rangy half-back, 21 this month, claimed two tries in the first 10 minutes on Friday night and full-back John Wilshere converted both to put the Reds 12-0 up. Remarkably, a third score arrived in the 16th minute when Ratchford orchestrated a fine flowing move which culminated in centre Darrell Goulding crossing in the left corner. Salford deservedly led 16-0 at the break and, though Saints responded with... [read full story]                    

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