One victory separates the Dolphins from their first NRL grand final, with captain Isaiya Katoa set to lead the challenge.
Four years after emerging on the junior stage, Katoa has become a central figure in the club's brief history.
His progress began with a significant move away from the Penrith Panthers, despite showing considerable ability from an early age.
The change helped transform him from a highly regarded prospect into an NRL halfback and one of the Dolphins' most important players.
That development included a difficult setback in 2024, when Katoa was dropped before the Dolphins' first opportunity to reach the finals.
The experience forced him to confront a less celebrated part of professional sport.
With his Dolphins future now secured and his value continuing to rise, Katoa is 80 minutes from potentially guiding the club into its maiden grand final.