Mendi Muruks and Agmark Gurias face off in Digicel ExxonMobil Cup Grand Final

The PRK Mendi Muruks and the Agmark Gurias are set to face each other in the 2026 Digicel ExxonMobil Cup Grand Final at the Santos National Football Stadium. As foundation clubs of the competition, the two sides share a significant rivalry, having previously met in grand finals in 1996, 2007, and 2012.

Muruks coach Rodrick Puname has emphasized the importance of discipline and emotional control for his players. Following a loss in last year’s grand final to the Lae Snax Tigers, Puname noted that the team has worked hard to correct previous mistakes and secure their place in a second consecutive championship match. The Muruks entered the final after finishing the regular season as minor premiers and defeating the Morobe Kandes 18-14 in the preliminary round.

The Gurias reach the final after a resilient 20-18 preliminary-final victory over the Kandes. The matchup highlights a clash between the Muruks' momentum and the Gurias' experience in high-pressure finals football.