LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
In a remarkable display of resilience and determination, the Sydney Roosters have defied all odds to secure a stunning victory over the Cronulla Sharks.
This unexpected triumph has left the NRL community in a state of utter disbelief.
Having spent the majority of the season outside the top eight, the Roosters were seen as underdogs heading into the finals.
However, they proved their critics wrong with a gutsy performance that will go down in the club's history as one of their greatest wins.
The game was not without its challenges for the Roosters.
Losing key players such as Joseph Suaali'i, Joey Manu, and captain James Tedesco to injuries and suspensions would have derailed most teams.
Yet, the Roosters managed to overcome these setbacks and emerge victorious.
The turning point in the match came when Tedesco was sin-binned for a tackle on Nicho Hynes.
At the time, the score was tied at 6-all, and many believed this would be the moment that sealed the Sharks' victory.
However, the Roosters rallied together and showed incredible resilience to come out on top.
This victory has earned the Roosters a spot in the second week of the finals, where they will face the formidable Melbourne Storm at AAMI Park.
It is a testament to their character and never-give-up attitude that they have reached this stage of the competition.
The NRL community is in awe of the Roosters' performance and is eagerly anticipating their next match.
This unexpected win has proven that in rugby league, anything is possible, and the underdogs can rise to the occasion and achieve greatness.