LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
In a farcical Rugby League prelim blunder that some are calling a 'clown show', the Melbourne Storm have emerged victorious to secure their spot in the NRL Grand Final.
The game at Melbourne's AAMI Park saw a wild start with Nelson Asofa-Solomona sin-binned just 19 seconds in, setting the tone for a fiery encounter.
Despite the Sydney Roosters giving the Storm a scare in the second half, Melbourne's dominance ultimately prevailed with a commanding 48-18 win.
With the Roosters scoring two quick tries through Terrell May and Nat Butcher, the game went from a comfortable lead for Melbourne to a nail-biting 24-18.
But the Storm remained composed, weathering the Roosters' comeback storm and ultimately securing their place in the decider.
This match will surely go down in Rugby League history as a rollercoaster of emotions, leaving fans on the edge of their seats and ultimately delivering a result that will be talked about for years to come.