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The Cronulla Sharks surprised everyone by advancing to the finals after defeating the Raiders.
The Cronulla Sharks have advanced to the preliminary finals, defying expectations that had them written off prior to the playoffs.
Their remarkable victory over the minor premiers, the Canberra Raiders, has ensured their season continues, with a trip to Melbourne now on the horizon for a shot at the grand final.
Here are the key talking points from the match.
The Sharks advanced to the preliminary final after defeating the Raiders in Canberra.
The Cronulla Sharks have advanced to the preliminary final after a surprising victory over the Canberra Raiders in the nation's capital.
This semi-final highlighted three Sharks who performed exceptionally well, while several Raiders struggled. Below are the player ratings for each team from the match.
Kaeo Weekes - 5
Savelio Tamale - 7
Matthew Timoko - 5
Sebastian Kris - 6
Jed Stuart - 6
Simi Sasagi - 5
Jamal Fogarty - 6
Josh Papalii - 7
Tom Starling - 8
Joseph Tapine - 7
Hudson Young - 7.5
Zac Hosking - 6
Corey Horsburgh - 7.5
Owen Pattie - 5
Morgan Smithies - 5.5
Ata Mariota - 5
Matty Nicholson - 5
The Canberra Raiders eye Jonah Pezet, potentially on loan, to enhance their playmaker options.
The Canberra Raiders are interested in Jonah Pezet as an option to bolster their playmaker stocks.
It could be on a loan deal, but it could also be a permanent move for the Melbourne Storm halfback.
Pezet is contracted to the Storm until 2029, but can explore his options after Melbourne No.7 Jahrome Hughes re-signed until 2030.