Sharks co-captain wanted even quicker ACL recovery Cam McInnes has done very well to recover from his ACL injury in around eight months, but the man himself was convinced he could've been back even sooner. AAP · Apr 22
Captains return from injury to lift Bulldogs and Sharks Cronulla co-captain Cameron McInnes has been named to return from an ACL rupture ahead of schedule, as Canberra lose Josh Papalii for up to eight weeks. AAP · Apr 21
Blues leave door open for new faces as Haas ruled out NSW prop Payne Haas' injury could mean Laurie Daley turns to a new face for next month's State of Origin series opener. AAP · Apr 20
No game for old recruits: Flanagan's strategy times out Shane Flanagan's old hands won him a premiership in 2016, but his decision to go back to the well at St George Illawarra has proven costly. AAP · Apr 20
Gone too far: Robinson warns of disruptor drama The Sydney Roosters rallied from 16-0 down to beat Cronulla 34-22, in a game where the NRL's disruptor rule caused more confusion. AAP · Apr 11
It hurts: Sharks vow to fight Bears' poaching players Sharks co-captain Cameron McInnes and fullback Will Kennedy could be on the Perth Bears' radar as the incoming franchise builds their inaugural squad. AAP · Apr 10
Sharks suffer centre blow with scans not kind to Ramien Cronulla's backline depth will be tested after scans showed centre Jesse Ramien suffered a grade-two medial ligament tear. AAP · Apr 8
Schoolboy battles transform into duel for NSW No.9 Rivals since their teenage days, Blayke Brailey and Reece Robson are now fighting off for the NSW hooking role ahead of their NRL clash in Perth. AAP · Apr 6
Kennedy keeping options open after Sharks double Will Kennedy spent all of 2025 off contract before signing a one-year extension to stay at Cronulla last year, but he is open to other options for 2027. AAP · Apr 5
Time heals small wounds for Warriors and their halves A nine-day turnaround and full week of training has Tanah Boyd and Luke Metcalf better placed for their second game together as the Warriors' starting halves. AAP · Apr 4
'Going to be great': returning Wilton lauds old friend Cronulla's Teig Wilton believes anything is possible for his junior club mate Noah Martin after Canberra's second-rower shone against the Sharks. AAP · Mar 29
Raiders 'self-destruct' as Sharks snap losing streak Coach Ricky Stuart says the Raiders will have to stiffen up if they are to return to winning ways after Cronulla dealt them a 34-22 loss at GIO Stadium. AAP · Mar 29
'Ridiculous': coach slams ACT government over stadium Ricky Stuart has lambasted the ACT government over GIO stadium, but praised 21-year-old potential debutant Joe Roddy ahead of Canberra's clash against Cronulla. AAP · Mar 28
'Played 200 or 300 games': Strange flatters halves mate Five-eighth Ethan Strange has heralded his halves partner Ethan Sanders ahead of their clash against Cronulla on Sunday. AAP · Mar 27
AAP · Mar 21 Upset win over Sharks gives Dolphins 'real belief' Herbie Farnworth and Jake Averillo have starred as the Dolphins thrashed a disappointing Cronulla at Shark Park.
AAP · Mar 20 Fitzgibbon defends Sharks' record against big clubs Craig Fitzgibbon has been forced to again defend Cronulla's record against fellow premiership heavyweights, after last week's sixth-straight loss to Penrith.
AAP · Mar 18 'Go mad': Plath's scary early ACL return lifts Dolphins Dolphins utility Max Plath admits his initial return from an ACL rupture was "scary" as he gets set for Cronulla and a raging-hot battle to stay a starter.
AAP · Mar 18 'Gives me ammo': Farnworth loves flak from Sharks fans Dolphins centre Herbie Farnworth has a special affection for Cronulla's home ground and is ready for the sprays he will no doubt receive again.
AAP · Mar 16 Tabuai-Fidow primed for more 'Bermuda Triangle' magic Dolphins fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow scored one of the great individual tries to beat Cronulla in 2024 and he's keen to replicate the feat.
AAP · Mar 14 Panthers steam past Sharks in impressive season start The Panthers have only conceded six points in their two matches to open the NRL season, suffocating the Sharks for a 26-6 victory in Bathurst.
AAP · Mar 13 Shearer, cattleman loom as next Penrith success stories Kalani Leuluai Going and Billy Phillips both made an impression after earning a spot in Penrith's round one side that thrashed Brisbane.
AAP · Mar 9 Penrith hopeful on Martin as clubs wait on injuries Liam Martin could return from a calf strain to bolster a red-hot Penrith against Cronulla, and is one of several players unsure if they'll be fit for round two.
AAP · Mar 8 Sharks halves combination the best it's been: Trindall Cronulla playmakers Braydon Trindall and Nicho Hynes are in form to begin the NRL season, combining to superb effect in the round-one win over Gold Coast.
AAP · Mar 7 'There's going to be pain' for Titans in 2026: Hannay New coach Josh Hannay believes tough days are inevitable for Gold Coast in 2026, but says the Titans will be defined by how they respond to adversity.
AAP · Mar 7 'It's round one': Sharks stay cool after mauling Titans New Gold Coast coach Josh Hannay's tenure as an NRL head coach is off to a rough start after the Titans were thrashed by Cronulla in their 2026 season opener.