Overview
- The Sydney Roosters beat the Penrith Panthers 12-6 at CommBank Stadium to move to the top of the NRL ladder with three regular-season rounds remaining.
- Daly Cherry‑Evans scored two tries, was praised by coach Trent Robinson as the game’s best player, and confirmed in a Roosters press release that he has signed a one‑year deal with Hull FC for 2027.
- A penalty after fullback Dylan Edwards threw Connor Watson to the ground produced a crucial goal that decided the scoreline, and a Roosters try was disallowed before halftime.
- Roosters enforcer Victor Radley was put on report late for a high contact incident and will face a match review, which could affect team selection for the finals run.
- Penrith’s finals hopes were noted as weakened by Isaah Yeo’s ongoing pec injury and other absences, while the Roosters must manage availability without James Tedesco as they chase the minor premiership.