Nicho Hynes criticizes venue move following Sharks elimination final win

Cronulla Sharks half Nicho Hynes expressed frustration after the club's elimination final victory against the North Queensland Cowboys was relocated to Allianz Stadium. The NRL mandated the move from Shark Park, citing stadium capacity concerns despite the venue's ability to host roughly 15,000 spectators. The game drew 17,000 fans to the larger Allianz Stadium, leaving the venue less than half full. Coach Craig Fitzgibbon noted the club felt the decision should have been communicated earlier to members. The Cronulla Sharks now prepare for a sudden-death semi-final next weekend against the loser of the Penrith Panthers and Sydney Roosters qualifying final.

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