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Roosters advance to NRL Finals after eliminating Sharks in semi-final

Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 1:17 PM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Roosters advance to NRL Finals after eliminating Sharks in semi-final
Summary

The Sydney Roosters defeated the Cronulla Sharks in a semi-final match at Allianz Stadium on September 19, 2026. The Sharks faced a challenging start as Nicho Hynes suffered a concussion early on, contributing to their struggles. Despite bravely competing with only 15 players, the Sharks conceded multiple tries in the final minutes. The Roosters, led by the experienced Daly Cherry-Evans and James Tedesco, now prepare to face the Dolphins for a chance in the grand final.

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  • •Sharks lost Nicho Hynes early due to concussion.
  • •Roosters scored multiple late tries to seal victory.
  • •Daly Cherry-Evans performed well in his role.
  • •Braydon Trindall emerged as a key player for the Sharks.
  • •Roosters will face the Dolphins next for a grand final spot.
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The Sharks have plenty of soul searching to do after yet another failed finals campaign.

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