Overview
- The Roosters delivered an 82-12 victory in Townsville on Thursday night, scoring 14 tries and extending their winning streak to six games.
- Halfback Sam Walker scored 36 points with a hat-trick and 12 goals, including 24 points in the first half that cemented his standout individual night.
- Sydney led 48-6 at halftime, equalling the premiership record for points in a half, and sustained the onslaught through a dominant spine and strong defense.
- Captain James Tedesco scored twice before leaving at halftime with an ankle complaint that coach Trent Robinson described as precautionary.
- Cowboys coach Todd Payten called the performance 'absolutely unacceptable' and apologised to fans as North Queensland now clings to a finals position with their September hopes under pressure.