Overview

• Lachlan Galvin starred in his NRL return, helping the Wests Tigers secure a 20-18 golden-point win over the Cronulla Sharks at Leichhardt Oval.
• Adam Doueihi sealed the victory with an 88th-minute penalty after multiple missed field goal attempts by both teams in extra time.
• Galvin’s recall followed his demotion to the NSW Cup after refusing to extend his contract beyond 2026, a decision that caused internal friction at the club.
• Initially booed by fans, Galvin quickly won them over by setting up the opening try and stepping up during Jarome Luai’s head injury assessment.
• The win boosts the Tigers' season momentum, though the unresolved contract dispute and leadership tensions remain underlying issues.