LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
In a sudden twist of fate, the Sharks are gearing up for a showdown against the Storm without their star halfback Nicho Hynes, who has been sidelined with calf tightness.
Despite a valiant effort to get Hynes game-ready, the coaching and medical staff made the tough call to prevent any further damage.
The team will have to regroup and adapt to this unexpected setback, with hooker Blayke Brailey stepping into the halfback role and Cam McInnes taking over at hooker.
Jack Williams has been called up to the starting line-up to bolster the squad.
Tuku Hau Taphua has been brought into the Sharks' 17-man lineup, with Kade Dykes waiting in the wings as the 18th man.
The clash between the Sharks and the Storm, the top two teams in the competition, promises to be a fierce battle for supremacy.
The action kicks off at 7.30pm at AAMI Park in Melbourne, setting the stage for a thrilling contest.
Stay tuned for updates on how these lineup changes will impact the game as the Sharks look to maintain their position at the top of the ladder.
Let the games begin!