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NRL Game Day Guide: Round 26 v Warriors

The final Sharks home game of the NRL regular season against the Warriors is not to be missed, comprising Old Boys Day, captain Cam McInnes' 200th game and a chance to farewell legends of both clubs.

Former Cronulla skipper Dale Finucane, who medically retired in April, will lead over 150 former Sharks players in a pre-game lap of honour as he says goodbye to PointsBet Stadium on Saturday night.

The much-anticipated match will also mark Warriors great Shaun Johnson's last game, coincidentally against the only other club he represented in a 14-year career.

Plus, get ready for our trip to Las Vegas to kick off the 2025 season with themed activations and a special performance from the Minespec Parts Mermaids!

Read on for a full rundown of the game-day program and activations.

KEY TIMINGS - Saturday, August 31

  • 5pm: Gates Open
  • 5.20pm: Jersey Flegg (under 21s) kick-off: Sharks v Warriors
  • 6.50pm (approx): Jersey Flegg full-time
  • 6.52pm: Junior rugby league games
  • 7.04pm: Old Boys lap of honour
  • 7.19pm: Minespec Parts Mermaids Vegas-inspired performance
  • 7.30pm: Match ball delivered by Dale Finucane
  • 7.35pm: NRL kick-off: Sharks Warriors
  • 8.24pm: Stewart Toyota 'Go big or go home' for a chance to win 60k
  • 9.25pm (approx): NRL full-time
  • 9.30pm (approx): Post-match presentation to Dale, Cam and SJ

WHAT'S ON

Old Boys Lap of Honour

Former players, from our very first team in 1967 onwards, will take part in a pre-game lap of honour. Please be in position by 7pm to applaud some of our club's greatest figures who laid the foundations for the heroes of today.

Dale Finucane will have the honour of leading our Great Whites, offering a chance for fans to properly farewell of one the toughest players of the modern era.

Sharks in Vegas Celebrations

Get excited for our trip to Vegas to play the Panthers in Round 1 next season by snapping a photo with Elvis, Vegas 'showgirls' and our Minespec Parts Mermaids, who will be roaming around the stadium inside each gate.

Plus, enjoy a Vegas inspired themed pre-game Mermaids performance at 7.15pm.

Match Ball Delivery

As part of the celebrations of his mighty career, Shark #549 Finucane will deliver the match ball five minutes before his former teammates to take the field.

Aramex Collectible Player Cards

Complete your collection of Aramex player cards by heading to the tent in the south-east corner under the big screen. Up for grabs this week are Nicho Hynes, Cam McInnes, Dale Finucane, Tom Hazelton, Sam Stonestreet and Tuku Hau Tapuha.

Junior Rugby League Games

NRL stars of the future from the under-sevens Yarrawarrah Tigers, Taren Point Titans, Cronulla Caringbah and Sutherland Loftus Pirates tackle teams will take part in the pre-match entertainment with mini JRL games.

Stewart Toyota Kick for Cash

Three lucky contestants will have the opportunity to 'Go Big or Go Home' for a chance to win $60K by testing their goal-kicking thanks to Stewart Toyota!

The contestants will win $500 if they can land a goal from 10 metres out. They'll have the opportunity to bank the prize or 'Go Big' by moving onto the next kicking station from 20 metres for a shot at $1K... then $5K from 30 metres, $20K from 40 metres and a whopping $60K from 50 metres out!

Aramex Special Delivery

As with every home game, a loyal Sharks Member will be rewarded with a special prize at half-time thanks to the Aramex Special Delivery. 

Madimack Hotseat

Thanks to Madimack, a lucky Sharks Member will be chosen to receive a $100 Sharks Store voucher to spend on the latest black, white and blue merch.

50-50 Charity Raffle

This round's 50-50 Charity Raffle partner is NRL Wheelchair, which provides an inclusive sport that welcomes participants with and without disability by taking on a variation of the traditional rugby league running game. See one of our Shark Crew members, wearing green shirts, to make a donation or scan the QR code on the big screen. By contributing, you'll be in the running to win half of the money raised, with the other half supporting NRL Wheelchair's impactful work.

Sharks NRL Wheelchair captain-coach Liam Luff will be interviewed.

Post-Match Presentation

Stick around after the game for a special on-field presentation honouring the careers of Dale Finucane and Shaun Johnson and Cam McInnes' 200th match.

TICKETS

CLICK HERE to secure a ticket. If the game sells out, the only way to get a ticket is through our Member Seat Resale option on Ticketek.

MERCHANDISE – SHARKS STORE

Show your colours in style by securing some fresh Sharks gear from the merch store at the stadium or the brand-new Sharks Store at Bay Central Woolooware.

The Sharks Store at Bay Central will be open for extended hours on game day.

TRANSPORT

CLICK HERE for more information on public transport options.

CLICK HERE for more information on casual parking options

TV COVERAGE

If you're not headed to the game, catch it live on Nine, Nine Now, Kayo or Foxtel.

SHARKS AT KAREELA LIVE SITE

As always, the Sharks at Kareela club will be showing the game live and loud. Cheer on the Sharks while enjoying a delicious meal and refreshing beverage.

Acknowledgement of Country

Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on.

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