The Sydney Roosters have moved to the top of the NRL ladder for the first time in five years, leapfrogging Penrith with a 12-6 win over the Panthers.
With three full rounds remaining, the Roosters are in the box seat to win the minor premiership thanks to a two-try showing from Daly Cherry-Evans and an electrifying performance from his halves partner Sam Walker at CommBank Stadium on Thursday night.