Braydon Trindall is set to make his comeback in Week 1 of the NRL finals, offering a significant boost to Cronulla's championship aspirations.
The Sharks' playmaker was out of action after dislocating his shoulder during a try against Canberra in Round 24, which initially raised concerns about his entire season being jeopardized.
Fortunately, scans later revealed positive results, allowing Cronulla to opt for a rehabilitation program instead of rushing Trindall into surgery that could have ended his season.
As reported by CODE Sports, his recovery is going well, and Trindall is now expected to rejoin the team for the first week of finals.
This news comes as a relief to Cronulla, providing clarity on one of their key players as coach Craig Fitzgibbon readies his squad for the upcoming September contests.
Trindall has become a vital asset in the Sharks' offense, especially alongside Nicho Hynes.
The reunion of their top-choice halves for the finals will be a significant advantage for the team.
In Trindall's absence, Niwhai Puru has taken over the halves role and will continue to do so while Trindall completes his recovery.
With two games left in the regular season, Cronulla is currently ranked fifth and vying for a top-four finish.
After the initial worries that his shoulder injury might end his 2026 season prematurely, Trindall is on track to return at a critical juncture for the Sharks.