Match report
- Brisbane 26 Melbourne 22
- NRL grand final
Another week, another epic fightback: Walsh-inspired Broncos end years of heartache
Two years ago, the Broncos let go of a hefty lead against Penrith to lose at this venue. This time they did the comeback thing they’ve been doing all season.
- Emma Kemp
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Penrith were set for a sixth-straight grand final. The never-say-die Broncos had other ideas
One of the greatest comebacks of rugby league finals history was required to stop the greatest side of the modern era.
- Dan Walsh
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- NRL 2025
Could 18 penalties cost referee Ashley Klein the NRL grand final gig?
Grant Atkins is 80 minutes away from potentially replacing Ashley Klein as the NRL grand final referee after the latter blew 18 penalties on Friday night.
- Christian Nicolussi
‘They’ve set a precedent. You’re allowed to headbutt’: Sticky fumes over Walsh call
Reece Walsh faces an anxious wait to see if he’ll play in Brisbane’s next match. On Sunday in Canberra he turned in a performance that won’t be forgotten.
- Dan Walsh
Panthers to face Bulldogs in blockbuster semi-final after ending Warriors’ season
Never before has a team come from outside the top four to win the grand final during the NRL era, but there appear no limits for this Penrith outfit.
- Adrian Proszenko
Cleary shines against Dragons as Panthers book knockout clash with Warriors
Nathan Cleary was back to his best as the Panthers thumped the Dragons 40-20 to book a finals meeting with the Warriors.
- Christian Nicolussi
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- Manly Sea Eagles
DCE’s final point wins his final game for Manly after Sea Eagles concede NRL’s fastest try
Daly Cherry-Evans’ last game in Manly colours featured a try after just nine seconds, but the Sea Eagles fought back to ice victory courtesy of a field goal from their outgoing skipper.
- Christian Nicolussi
Cronulla didn’t look a top-four chance early on against the Knights. That quickly changed
Cronulla’s sixth win in seven games means they can finish no worse than sixth.
- Robert Dillon
- Sea Eagles 58 Dolphins 30
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Only one thing missing from Cherry-Evans’ 350th party as Manly smash Dolphins
Manly celebrated Daly Cherry-Evans’ 350th game in style – and why he is now death-riding the Sydney Roosters.
- Christian Nicolussi
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- Penrith Panthers
Miracle in Mudgee: Weekes finishes length-of-field try to give Raiders golden-point win
Canberra have one hand on the minor premiership after a dramatic conclusion to the Mudgee clash against defending premiers Penrith ended in a stunning winning try.
- Christian Nicolussi
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