The NRL finals opening week started with a surprise. The Dolphins beat the Warriors, an outcome that left their fans stunned. In another fixture, the Sharks face the Cowboys in an elimination final. The Sharks have to do without Puru in this fixture. Late mail showed he was out. The loser will be eliminated. The Dolphins advance after that win. Both teams in the elimination final must win to keep their campaign alive. The match comes within the NRL finals schedule. Puru's absence could affect the team.
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[Live-Free]*Cowboys vs Sharks Live -NRL Elimination Final 12. 2026 - SNNewsWatch.com
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WATCH Dolphins vs NZ Warriors Live On Free NRL Football Game 2026 - Northern Ontario Business
WATCH Dolphins vs NZ Warriors Live On Free NRL Football Game 2026 Northern Ontario Business
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NRL Late Mail: Finals Week 1 - Sharks lose Puru - NRL.com
NRL Late Mail: Finals Week 1 - Sharks lose Puru NRL.com
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Warriors v Dolphins - Finals Week 1, 2026 - NRL.com
Warriors v Dolphins - Finals Week 1, 2026 NRL.com