LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The Rugby League world was left gobsmacked after an absolutely bonkers start to the Storm-Roosters showdown, with a spot in the Grand Final up for grabs.
According to reports from news.com.au, the Melbourne Storm have punched their ticket to the NRL Grand Final with a commanding 48-18 victory over the Sydney Roosters in the preliminary final showdown in Melbourne.
It was a gritty win for the Storm, who faced an early onslaught after Asofa-Solomona was sent to the sin bin just 19 seconds into the match.
In a clash that had fans on the edge of their seats, it was bound to be a ripper of a start to the game.
But no one could have predicted this wild turn of events.
With the very first hit up from the kick-off, Roosters' Collins copped a massive hit from Asofa-Solomona, setting the tone for the intense battle ahead.