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NRL finals live updates: Hynes stamps his moment as Sharks advance
Welcome to nine.com.au’s live coverage of week one of the 2026 NRL finals series.
The Dolphins
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Player ratings: Warriors star ‘largely invisible’ as major change looms
Winning away in Auckland is always a tough ask, but the Dolphins did the impossible in a dramatic clash.
Dolphins overcome first-half chaos, Warriors stunned in dramatic clash
The Dolphins stunned the hosts with a 26-16 comeback victory, booking their maiden preliminary finals spot.
Teams: Massive names set to return; Bennett makes big finals call
After 27 rounds of action, the NRL finals have arrived and there are some huge names back on deck.
- Opinion
- The Mole
Team of the Week: ‘Devastating’ performance puts finals rivals on notice
In the last round of the home and away season, several superstars warmed up for finals with big performances.
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Titans star given standing ovation for sin bin in fiery finish
A “shocking decision” and a late sin bin have cruelled the Titans in a 24-20 loss against the Dolphins.
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‘Godsend’ or major risk? Round of sidelined stars might not matter
Brad Fittler and Phil Gould are split over the merits of sitting out players, but how much can the finals picture be shifted over the next four days?
‘Not going to last’: Gould’s surprise call on premiership contenders
Phil Gould has revealed his doubts over a top four side’s premiership credentials.
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‘World’s best centre’ turning NRL title race on its head
It’s not often a centre is so influential that he can shape the finals series. That may be different in 2026, with Herbie Farnworth going to another level.
Slater urges two stars to ‘stand up’ after crushing Roosters blow
Sam Walker’s season-ending ankle injury could derail the Roosters’ premiership hopes in a cruel blow.