# Cronulla Sharks NRL performance > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/cronulla-sharks-nrl-performance > Updated: 2026-08-23T06:26:57.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 3. 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. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-23: 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 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cronulla-sharks-defeat-gold-coast-titans-30-22-to-end-losing-streak ### 2026-08-09: 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. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/st-george-illawarra-dragons-upset-cronulla-sharks-in-local-derby ### 2026-08-02: 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. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cronulla-sharks-beat-south-sydney-rabbitohs-32-16-at-ocean-protect-stadium --- Cite as: Cronulla Sharks NRL performance. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/cronulla-sharks-nrl-performance