Newcastle Knights secure thrilling 26-20 victory over Canberra Raiders with late penalty try by Upton.
The Newcastle Knights have pulled off a sensational comeback to secure a thrilling 26-20 victory over the Canberra Raiders, thanks to a crucial penalty try awarded to fullback sensation Tamika Upton in the 69th minute.
In a nail-biting contest, the Knights had to dig deep and show true grit as they fought their way back from behind not once, but twice.
Winger Sheridan Gallagher and Upton both stepped up with late tries to seal the win and keep their unbeaten streak alive in the NRLW.
The Raiders came out swinging, with fullback Apii Nicholls linking up with McKenzie Wiki early on to put the Knights on the back foot.