# Cronulla Sharks NRL season developments

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/cronulla-sharks-nrl-season-developments
> Updated: 2026-09-12T05:00:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

In August 2026, the Cronulla Sharks suffered a 24-20 defeat to the Canberra Raiders during Round 23 of the NRL season. The match was marked by a significant injury to playmaker Braydon Trindall, who dislocated his right shoulder while scoring a try in the fifth minute. Although medical staff reset the shoulder on-site, Trindall was unable to continue, leaving his availability for future matches uncertain.

By September, the Sharks advanced to the NRL elimination finals, where they defeated the North Queensland Cowboys 26-16 at Allianz Stadium. Despite his previous shoulder injury, Trindall played a pivotal role in the victory, providing tactical kicking and recording his 31st assist of the season. The win secured the Sharks' advancement to face either the Penrith Panthers or the Sydney Roosters.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-12: Cronulla Sharks defeat North Queensland Cowboys in NRL elimination final

The Cronulla Sharks defeated the North Queensland Cowboys 26-16 in an NRL elimination final, led by Braydon Trindall's performance despite a shoulder injury.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cronulla-sharks-defeat-north-queensland-cowboys-in-nrl-elimination-final

### 2026-08-15: Cronulla Sharks lose to Raiders amid Braydon Trindall injury

The Cronulla Sharks lost 24-20 to the Canberra Raiders, a defeat worsened by a shoulder dislocation to Braydon Trindall that threatens his availability for the NRL finals.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cronulla-sharks-lose-to-raiders-amid-braydon-trindall-injury

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