Overview

• Cronulla Sharks defeated the Parramatta Eels 28-18 in the NRL Magic Round opener at Brisbane's Lang Park.
• Nicho Hynes delivered a standout performance with multiple try assists, including setting up captain Cam McInnes for a second-half try.
• Parramatta capitalized on a sin-bin to Jesse Colquhoun, scoring two quick tries during the Sharks' reduced numbers.
• Will Kennedy continued his career-best form, sealing the win with crucial contributions, including setting up Sam Stonestreet's tries.
• Sifa Talakai's early head knock and verbal clashes between Mitchell Moses and Braydon Trindall added to the game's intensity.