LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
The Cronulla Sharks are ready to defend their home turf against the South Sydney Rabbitohs in Round 3 of the NRL.
After traveling for their first two games, the Sharks are looking forward to playing in front of their home crowd at Sharks Stadium.
Coach Craig Fitzgibbon is excited about the local support and is confident in his team's ability to perform well at home, where they have a strong record from the previous season.
"With a stacked program also featuring Jersey Flegg and NSW Cup matches, Sharks coach Craig Fitzgibbon is looking forward to harnessing the local support."
The Sharks are coming off a convincing 36-12 win over the Cowboys in their last game and are now targeting a victory against the Rabbitohs, who have secured narrow wins in their first two matches of the season.
The Rabbitohs, under the guidance of coach Wayne Bennett, are currently sitting in fifth place on the ladder and will pose a tough challenge for the Sharks.
"Cronulla are determined to defend their fortress against South Sydney when they play at a sold-out Sharks Stadium for the first time this season on Saturday afternoon."
This match will be crucial for both teams as they look to continue their winning momentum early in the season.
The Sharks will be relying on their home advantage and the support of their fans to secure a victory over a competitive Rabbitohs team.
With both teams eager to make their mark in the competition, this game promises to be an exciting and closely contested battle on the field.