NRL Finals LIVE: Trindall Scores Twice, Sharks Ahead
The Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks have taken an early lead in their NRL Finals clash against the Canberra Raiders, thanks to a blistering start from young gun Sione Katoa.
The Sharks have been firing on all cylinders in the opening stages, showing their hunger to make it to the next stage of the competition. Katoa opened the scoring in the 6th minute with a powerful try after a slick backline move.
Jesse Ramien followed up with a try of his own in the 13th minute, extending the Sharks lead to 12-0.
The Raiders, who have been a formidable force throughout the season, have struggled to get into the game so far. Their attack has been stifled by the Sharks’ strong defense, and they have been unable to generate any momentum.
However, the Raiders were able to close the gap in the 24th minute when Jack Wighton scored a try. The try was converted by Seb Kris, making the score 12-6.
The Sharks then struck back in the 30th minute when a brilliant run from Matt Moylan set up a try for Ronaldo Mulitalo. The try extended the Sharks lead to 18-6.
The Sharks continued to dominate in the second half. They added another try in the 54th minute when Siosifa Talakai powered over the line. The try was converted by Nicho Hynes, making the score 24-6.
The Raiders finally showed some fight in the 61st minute when Wighton scored his second try of the game. The try was converted by Kris, making the score 24-12.
However, the Sharks were able to seal the victory in the 71st minute when Trindall scored his second try of the match. The try was converted by Hynes, making the final score 30-12.
Key Moments:
- 6th minute: Katoa scores the opening try for the Sharks.
- 13th minute: Ramien scores a try to extend the Sharks lead to 12-0.
- 24th minute: Wighton scores a try for the Raiders to close the gap to 12-6.
- 30th minute: Mulitalo scores a try for the Sharks to extend their lead to 18-6.
- 54th minute: Talakai scores a try for the Sharks to extend their lead to 24-6.
- 61st minute: Wighton scores his second try of the game for the Raiders to close the gap to 24-12.
- 71st minute: Trindall scores his second try of the game for the Sharks to seal the victory.
Player of the Match:
Sione Katoa was instrumental in the Sharks' victory, scoring the opening try and putting in a tireless performance throughout the game.
What's next:
The Sharks will now face the winner of the Penrith Panthers vs. Melbourne Storm match in the next round of the Finals.
