Cronulla Sharks beat South Sydney Rabbitohs 32-16 at Ocean Protect Stadium

On August 2, 2026, the Cronulla Sharks defeated the South Sydney Rabbitohs 32‑16 at Ocean Protect Stadium. The win marked the Sharks' ninth victory in ten games, reinforcing their reputation as premiership contenders despite a recent 3‑9 semi‑final record.

Key moments included Nicho Hynes edging toward Hazem El Masri's all‑time goal‑assist record, Addin Fonua‑Blake scoring a try, and Siosifa Talakai reaching his 150th NRL appearance. South Sydney played without several regulars, including Latrell Mitchell, Cameron Murray, Tallis Duncan and David Fifita, which limited their comeback chances.

The match also featured a sin‑bin for Teig Wilton after a head‑on‑head clash with Jack Wighton and a strong second‑half performance from the Sharks, who maintained a comfortable lead after an 18‑6 halftime score.