The Owls did more than enough to take the win and despite a couple of hairy moments late on, were fully deserving of the win, which takes them to within four points of parity at the bottom of the table.
Alex Miller has put together his player ratings – what do you think?
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. BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 17: Barry Bannan (C) of Sheffield Wednesday celebrates scoring their first goal from the penalty spot during the Sky Bet Championship match between Birmingham City and Sheffield Wednesday at St Andrew's Trillion Trophy Stadium on October 17, 2020 in Birmingham, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Tony Marshall/Getty Images)
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. Cameron Dawson - 7
Had very little to do on an excellent afternoon for Wednesday defensively. Another clean sheet and it would appear any confidence issues from earlier in the year are behind him, which is wonderful to see. Distribution good on a quiet afternoon. Photo: Steve Ellis
. Aden Flint - 8
That Flint hadn't kicked a ball in competitive football since New Year's Day is a mystery, such was his confidence and competency at the back for the Owls. A colossus in the air, the giant produced a very fine debut and made a number of important interventions. Photo: Tony Marshall
. Massimo Luongo - 8
A bold tactical call from Monk proved to be a thing of excellence, but it was one that relied on Luongo's intelligence and athleticism. The Aussie fell in and out of the back line depending on Wednesday's position on the pitch, acted as a possession hub and did what he does - breaking up play with class. Top drawer yet again. Photo: Steve Ellis
1. Cameron Dawson - 7
Had very little to do on an excellent afternoon for Wednesday defensively. Another clean sheet and it would appear any confidence issues from earlier in the year are behind him, which is wonderful to see. Distribution good on a quiet afternoon. Photo: Steve Ellis
2. Aden Flint - 8
That Flint hadn't kicked a ball in competitive football since New Year's Day is a mystery, such was his confidence and competency at the back for the Owls. A colossus in the air, the giant produced a very fine debut and made a number of important interventions. Photo: Tony Marshall
3. Massimo Luongo - 8
A bold tactical call from Monk proved to be a thing of excellence, but it was one that relied on Luongo's intelligence and athleticism. The Aussie fell in and out of the back line depending on Wednesday's position on the pitch, acted as a possession hub and did what he does - breaking up play with class. Top drawer yet again. Photo: Steve Ellis
4. Joost van Aken - 8
A match-winning block from Leko late on is worthy of an eight on its own. Solid, particularly in the air. Another impressive performance from the Dutchman. Speaking earlier in the week he outlined his determination to keep things going. He did that. Photo: Steve Ellis