Shark Park will play host to Sunday's Round 26 NRL game between Cronulla Sharks and Newcastle Knights. The game kicks off at 2:00 pm with Cronulla Sharks heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Cronulla Sharks vs. Newcastle Knights game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Sunday August 31, 2025 at 2:00 pm

Where: Shark Park

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The Cronulla Sharks return from their bye determined to keep their top-four hopes alive when they face the struggling Newcastle Knights on Sunday. Craig Fitzgibbon’s men have won five of their last six games, including a dominant 54-22 victory over the Titans, and will be eager to maintain that momentum with the finals looming.

Newcastle, meanwhile, are in the midst of a seven-match losing streak, conceding a whopping 176 points in their past four games. With coach Adam O’Brien under intense pressure and no signs of improvement, the Knights arrive in disarray.

Cronulla regain KL Iro, while Braden Hamlin-Uele bolsters the bench following Cameron McInnes’ season-ending injury. The Knights, despite their struggles, have named an unchanged lineup.

The Sharks have history on their side, winning five of their last six clashes with Newcastle. Coupled with their strong home record and the Knights’ alarming slump, this one has all the makings of a one-sided affair.