LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
The NRL weekend featured an intriguing match-up between the Roosters and Sharks in Gosford, while the Panthers played in Bathurst.
Historically, the Panthers had a strong record in Bathurst, winning six of their previous ten games.
However, the Panthers faced a shock defeat, losing 25-6 to the Knights, who had previously struggled, winning only one of their last seven games.
Despite their star players-Nathan Cleary, Isaah Yeo, Brian To'o, Dylan Edwards, and Liam Martin-being away for Origin duty, the Panthers' loss leaves them at the bottom of the standings.
In a standout performance, Roosters captain James Tedesco and Victor Radley stepped up significantly in the absence of their Origin representatives, leading their team to a stunning victory over the Sharks, who were fielding a full-strength lineup.
The Roosters' resilience shone through as they maneuvered past the Sharks to secure an impressive upset.