LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
In their Round 17 match, the Cronulla Sharks face off against the Melbourne Storm at AAMI Park, with the Sharks hoping to leverage their ability to perform well against their fierce rivals.
Having previously defeated the Storm 31-26 in May, Cronulla aims to build on that momentum despite winning only one of their last four matches.
They carry a sense of confidence from their past success at Melbourne's home ground, where they achieved a significant victory last season.
The Sharks looking to make history by defeating the Storm twice in the same season for the first time in seven years.
Addin Fonua-Blake, who was dominant in their earlier encounter against Melbourne this season, carrying the ball for an impressive 249 metres, is expected to play a pivotal role.
His front-row partner, Oregon Kaufusi, returns to the lineup after missing last week's loss to the Broncos, and Fonua-Blake emphasized the team's need to respond strongly this week.
The clash promises to be intense, as both teams have shown strong capabilities, and Cronulla will strive to capitalize on their past triumphs against Melbourne's formidable side.