The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Cronulla Sharks at 1.17 — an implied 79% chance. The favourite delivered.

• South Sydney Rabbitohs: opened 2.90, closed 5.20 (18%)
• Cronulla Sharks: opened 1.45, closed 1.17 (79%)
• Draw: opened 23.00, closed 30.00 (3%)

Half-time: Cronulla Sharks 18 - 6 South Sydney Rabbitohs.

South Sydney Rabbitohs — recent form

• 2026-07-24South Sydney Rabbitohs 28-26 Melbourne Storm
• 2026-07-03Penrith Panthers 36-14 South Sydney Rabbitohs
• 2026-06-25Parramatta Eels 12-32 South Sydney Rabbitohs

Cronulla Sharks — recent form

• 2026-07-26Manly Sea Eagles 12-48 Cronulla Sharks
• 2026-07-04Brisbane Broncos 16-28 Cronulla Sharks
• 2026-06-21Sydney Roosters 21-8 Cronulla Sharks