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Roosters NRLW side books third straight grand final; men's team advances with Collins try

The Sydney Roosters secure back-to-back-to-back NRLW grand final appearances, while Lindsay Collins powers the men's side closer to the decider

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The Sydney Roosters women's team have qualified for their third consecutive NRLW grand final with a 20-10 victory over the Canberra Raiders, in a match described as featuring 'hair pulls and bloodied noses'. In the men's NRL finals, forward Lindsay Collins crashed over three Dolphins defenders to score a try, pushing the Roosters one step closer to a grand final berth.

The Roosters' NRLW side continued its dominant run, defeating Canberra 20-10 to book a place in the grand final for the third straight year. The match was a physical affair, with reports noting hair pulls and bloodied noses. No further details on the grand final opponent or date have been confirmed. Meanwhile, in the men's NRL finals series, Lindsay Collins scored a powerful try against the Dolphins, running over three defenders to put the Roosters within reach of a grand final spot. The result positions the club for a potential double grand final appearance across the two competitions.

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Analysis

Why This Matters

  • The Roosters NRLW side is building a historic dynasty with three consecutive grand final appearances, cementing their status as a powerhouse in women's rugby league.
  • The men's team's progress keeps alive the possibility of both Roosters sides contesting grand finals in the same season, a rare achievement.
  • Rugby league fans now have clear storylines: the NRLW finals are set, and the NRL finals are reaching a critical point.

Background

The Roosters have been a dominant force in the NRLW since its inception, consistently reaching the decider. The men's team, under coach Trent Robinson, has a strong finals pedigree, regularly featuring in September. The Dolphins, an expansion side, are in their debut season in the NRL finals, making their matchup with the Roosters a clash between experience and new blood.

Key Perspectives

[Roosters fans]: Celebrating the women's continued success and feeling optimistic about the men's chances, with Lindsay Collins emerging as a key finals performer. [Raiders fans]: Disappointed by the loss but may take pride in pushing the defending champions close. [Critics]: Some may argue the NRLW competition is becoming too top-heavy, though others counter that the Roosters' excellence raises the standard for everyone.

What to Watch

  • The date and opponent for the NRLW grand final — likely to be confirmed within days.
  • The Roosters men's next finals match, which will determine if they join the women in the grand final.
  • Whether any other NRL side can match the Roosters' depth across both competitions.

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