The Wests Tigers showcased their best performance on Sunday afternoon, with Jarome Luai delivering a remarkable second-half hat-trick that shocked the Gold Coast Titans and propelled his team to a crucial win.
This victory came after Luai faced significant criticism in recent weeks following his announcement to join the PNG Chiefs in 2028.
In response, he delivered what many consider his most outstanding display since making the move from the Penrith Panthers to the Tigers.
Stepping up when it mattered most, the talented five-eighth not only sparked the comeback on Sunday but also reignited the club's hopes for a long-awaited finals appearance.
It has been since 2011 that the Tigers last competed in the NRL Finals, where they faced the New Zealand Warriors in the semi-finals.
As the joint venture strives to break the longest active finals drought in the competition, the pressure is mounting.
To finally bring an end to this dismal streak, the Tigers must depend heavily on Luai, who has struggled to make a significant impact since his arrival at the club.