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Manchester Thunder advances to Grand Final, awaits Lightning or Pulse

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 8:20 PM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Manchester Thunder advances to Grand Final, awaits Lightning or Pulse
Summary

AO Manchester Thunder secured their place in the Netball Super League Grand Final after a 60-56 victory over London Pulse on June 6. This win in the major semi-final marks Thunder's return to the championship after missing out last year. London Pulse will have another opportunity to reach the final, facing Loughborough Lightning, who triumphed over Nottingham Forest 77-57 in the minor semi-final. The preliminary final is scheduled for next week, with the victor set to challenge Thunder at Co-op Live on June 20.

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By the Numbers
  • •Thunder edges Pulse 60-56 in major semi-final.
  • •Thunder leads early at 15-8 after first quarter.
  • •Eleanor Cardwell named player of the match with 23 goals.
  • •Loughborough Lightning defeats Nottingham 77-57 in minor semi-final.
  • •Lightning faces London Pulse for a spot in the Grand Final.
Latest Updates
  • 8:20 PMYahoo Sports — Thunder to face Lightning or Pulse in Grand Final
  • 8:20 PMBBC Sport — Thunder to face Lightning or Pulse in Grand Final
What they're saying
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AO Manchester Thunder are the first team to book a place in the Netball Super League Grand Final after beating London Pulse on Saturday.

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AO Manchester Thunder are the first team to book a place in the Netball Super League Grand Final after beating London Pulse on Saturday.

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