LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
In a stunning turnaround from their lackluster performance in round 1, the Dolphins came out firing on all cylinders to demolish the St George Illawarra Dragons in a resounding 38-0 victory.
The star of the show was none other than fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, who redeemed himself in spectacular fashion with a career-first hat trick.
After barely making a ripple in the previous week's match against the Cowboys, Tabuai-Fidow was a man possessed this time around.
With a dazzling 70m breakaway run right off the bat, he set the tone for the game and never looked back.
His stellar performance included two more tries in the second half and some crucial plays in defense, earning him the well-deserved title of man of the match.
Not to be outdone, new recruit Jake Averillo also made his mark by scoring a try of his own, adding insult to injury for Dragons coach Shane Flanagan.
With this victory, the Dolphins not only secured their biggest-ever win but also extended Flanagan's losing streak against Wayne Bennett to 10 defeats out of 13 matches - a bitter pill to swallow for the rival coach.
In true Aussie sporting fashion, the Dolphins proved that they are a force to be reckoned with, showcasing grit, determination, and skill in every aspect of the game.
As they continue to rise through the ranks, the rest of the NRL better watch out - because the Dolphins are on the prowl, hungry for more success.