LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The NRL Round 14 clash between the Sharks and Warriors promises to be an intense matchup as Sharks prop Addin Fonua-Blake faces off against his former team.
The game will feature two of the league's top forward packs, ensuring a high-energy encounter at Sharks Stadium.
Cronulla has shown a strong home advantage, winning six of their last eight games there, but the Warriors have been formidable lately, securing victories in three of their last four meetings with the Sharks, including a nail-biting 30-28 win in Shaun Johnson's final game.
Fonua-Blake's performance has been a highlight of the season, leading the league in post-contact metres and preparing for a crucial matchup against Warriors captain James Fisher-Harris, whose contributions have helped the Warriors rise to third on the ladder.
The Sharks will rely heavily on Fonua-Blake, especially after Mitchell Barnett's ACL injury in the recent win against the Rabbitohs.
Historically, the Warriors have struggled away from home, but under coach Andrew Webster, they have excelled in Australia this season, recording five wins out of six.
This matchup is expected to be a thrilling contest, showcasing the talents and resilience of both teams.