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Cronulla Sharks NRL performance

Overview

The Cronulla Sharks experienced fluctuating performance in recent NRL matches. On August 2, 2026, the team secured a 32-16 victory against the South Sydney Rabbitohs at Ocean Protect Stadium, a win that strengthened their position as premiership contenders.

However, the momentum shifted on August 9, 2026, when the Sharks suffered a 24-16 upset loss to local rivals the St George Illawarra Dragons at Kogarah Oval. This defeat impacted their standing in the top-four race, leaving them equal on points with the fifth-placed Dolphins.

The Sharks ended a two-game losing streak on August 23, 2026, with a 30-22 comeback victory against the Gold Coast Titans at Cbus Super Stadium. Despite trailing by eight points in the second half, the win helped maintain their pursuit of a top-four NRL finals position. During the match, winger Ronaldo Mulitalo scored his 111th try for the club, becoming the second-highest all-time try-scorer in Sharks history. The team played without playmaker Braydon Trindall, who is sidelined with a dislocated shoulder.

Entities

Cronulla Sharks · Nicho Hynes · Ronaldo Mulitalo · Hamish Stewart · NRL

Timeline

  1. 20 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Cronulla Sharks defeat Gold Coast Titans 30-22 to end losing streak

    The Cronulla Sharks defeated the Gold Coast Titans 30-22, snapping a two-game losing streak and keeping their NRL top-four finals hopes alive.

  2. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    St George Illawarra Dragons upset Cronulla Sharks in local derby

    The bottom-placed St George Illawarra Dragons upset the Cronulla Sharks 24-16, shaking up the NRL top-four race and finals contention.

  3. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Cronulla Sharks beat South Sydney Rabbitohs 32-16 at Ocean Protect Stadium

    Cronulla Sharks beat South Sydney Rabbitohs 32‑16 on Aug 2, 2026, boosting their premiership hopes; Nicho Hynes neared a goal‑assist record and Talakai marked his 150th game.

Sources

actsport.com.au · brisbanetimes.com.au · formansguide.se · marngrookfootyshow.com.au · poesia.com.br · simples.info · smh.com.au · theage.com.au · waToday.com.au · watoday.com.au

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