Apart from 2010, the only other time these two sides had faced each other in the final was during the 1935–36 Challenge Cup where Leeds won 18–2.

The fifth round saw Leeds face Super League opposition again, beating Salford Red Devils, 26 points to 10.

The quarter finals saw them face Championship side Leigh Centurions, thrashing them 60 points to 12.

The Wolves faced London Broncos in the quarter finals, thrashing them 50 points to 14.

Finally, Warrington faced Huddersfield Giants in the semi-finals, thrashing them by 33 points to 8.