LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The Cronulla Sharks emerged victorious against the Sydney Roosters, successfully extending their season for at least one more week.
In a tightly contested match held at the lively Sharks Stadium, Ronaldo Mulitalo's two tries before halftime proved pivotal. The Roosters struggled with errors in the second half, which ultimately cost them the game.
Here are the key talking points from this matchup.
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Mark Nawaqanitawase must play for Australia
On Saturday evening, Mark Nawaqanitawase stood out as the top player for the Roosters, and it was clear there was a significant gap between him and the others.
He was involved in nearly every aspect of the game-scoring a try, contributing to multiple potential scoring opportunities, and proving to be a formidable presence both offensively and defensively. Despite his efforts, he was unable to lead his team to victory and prolong their season.