 Ward featured in the 27–20 win at Catalans Dragons, and scored his 2nd try for the Rhinos to guide them to a semi-final place.He played in the 13–12 victory over the Wigan Warriors which meant the Rhinos would once again be involved in the Super League Grand Final.Ward did feature off the bench in the 2012 Super League Grand Final, and contributed to his sides 26–18 win at Old Trafford with a good defensive performance.