New Hynes deal among most significant in Sharks history

Nicho Hynes signed a five-year extension, keeping him at Cronulla until at least the end of 2029. (Steven Markham/AAP PHOTOS) (AAP)

Cronulla have lauded Nicho Hynes' new deal as one of the most significant signings in the club's history, after the Dally M medallist extended his stay until the end of 2029.

Already signed until the end of next year, Cronulla made the call to avoid any risk of Hynes going to the open market with a lengthy extension worth well beyond his current $600,000 salary.