Cronulla Sharks target player improvements ahead of November 1 contracts
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 3:34 AM
Last updated Oct 19, 2026

The Cronulla Sharks are assessing their roster ahead of the November 1 contract deadline. The team, having faced elimination in the second week of the finals by the Sydney Roosters, is looking for improvements particularly in the forwards and fullback positions. Current players William Kennedy and Liam Ison are under scrutiny as they vie for the starting fullback role. The Sharks have potential options such as Lehi Hopoate from the Manly Sea Eagles, who could enhance both pace and versatility in the squad. The Sharks are focusing on filling gaps in their roster for the 2028 season before the upcoming contract period.
- •Sharks eliminated by Sydney Roosters in Week 2 of finals
- •Team assessing gaps in forwards and fullback positions
- •William Kennedy and Liam Ison competing for fullback role
- •Lehi Hopoate from Manly is a potential target
- •Focus on roster improvements before November 1 contracts
- 3:34 AMZero Tackle NRL — FIVE November 1 NRL contract targets: Cronulla Sharks
"Big issues in the forwards, and a question mark at fullback, for the Sharks.
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