LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
The Sharks website is buzzing with news of Dykes's hat-trick inspiring the Jets to a thrilling victory in the latest Rugby League showdown.
The unbeaten Penrith Panthers are set to face off against the second-placed Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs on Friday, kicking off Round 10 of The Knock-On Effect NSW Cup.
The clash promises to be a fierce battle, with the Panthers looking to defend their turf against the determined Bulldogs, who have been on a winning streak of six games.
On Saturday, fans can catch the St George Illawarra Dragons taking on the South Sydney Rabbitohs at Netstrata Jubilee Stadium, with the action starting at 12.40pm and airing live on Fox League.
The weekend wraps up with a series of games on Sunday, including the Western Suburbs Magpies facing off against the Newcastle Knights at 2pm, and the Blacktown Workers Sea Eagles going head-to-head with the Newtown Jets at 3pm.
After ten rounds of intense competition, the unbeaten streak of the Penrith Panthers has finally been broken by the brave and committed Bulldogs squad.
With key players like Hayze Perham, Blake Wilson, and Liam Knight leading the charge, the Bulldogs managed to secure a 30-12 victory at BlueBet Stadium.
Back-rower Kitione Kautoga emerged as both the hero and the villain of the match, earning himself a place in the spotlight with a crucial try despite spending time in the sin-bin for a late tackle.
The Bulldogs' impressive performance has positioned them just one point behind the league leaders, setting the stage for an exciting battle in the upcoming rounds.
With players like Poasa Faamausili and Zane Tetevano bringing their A-game to the field, the Bulldogs are proving to be a force to be reckoned with in the Rugby League arena.