LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
The Canberra Raiders NRLW team faced a challenging defeat against the Cronulla Sharks, losing 56-6 at GIO Stadium.
The standout performance came from Emma Verran of the Sharks, who dominated the Raiders' defense by scoring four tries and assisting another two, leading her team to a significant victory.
The Sharks opened the scoring within the first five minutes as Quincy Dodd capitalized on a rebound off the goalpost, swiftly putting them ahead 6-0.
The Raiders had a chance to redeem themselves after a Sharks error allowed them to enter the attacking zone, but they failed to penetrate the Sharks' robust defense.
A subsequent lapse in the Raiders' defense provided Verran the opportunity to break through multiple defenders, extending the Sharks' lead to 12-0.
Overall, the match underscored the Sharks' continued dominance over the Raiders, contributing to their ongoing winning streak.