NRL 2025 LIVE: Dragons blood rookie centre as Sharks hunt defensive redemption

‘Watch it’: Shane Flanagan snaps as NRL drama erupts

St George Illawarra have suffered back-to-back defeats after they were overpowered by Cronulla in the local derby on Thursday night, albeit with a slice of controversy.

Sharks seal 24-point comeback with bizarre try that sums up Dragons plight

The Dragons couldn’t register a point after halftime as Cronulla found their mojo and Sione Katoa broke the visitors’ hearts.

NRL 2025 LIVE: Dragons blood rookie centre as Sharks hunt defensive redemption

The Sharks host the Dragons in a Thursday night local derby with both sides looking to bounce back from heavy losses. Follow all the action.

FINAL TEAMS: Sharks vs Dragons

LATE MAIL: The Sharks and Dragons have confirmed their lineups for the match at Sharks Stadium. Who are you tipping to win?

Nick Tsougranis to make emotional NRL debut for the Dragons

Greek Australian young gun Nick Tsougranis will make his NRL debut for the St George Illawarra Dragons tonight as they take on rivals Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks in the southern Sydney derby at Sharks Stadium. Tsougranis steps in at centre, replacing Val Holmes, in a match that marks a crucial Round 15 clash for both sides. The Sharks, sitting fifth, are looking to rebound from a loss to the Warriors and cement their top-eight spot. The Dragons, …