The NRL finals opening week began with an upset. The Dolphins toppled the Warriors, a result that shocked their supporters. In the other match, the Sharks take on the Cowboys in a sudden-death clash. The Sharks are missing Puru for this match. Late mail showed he was out. The loser is out of the finals. The Dolphins move on with the victory. Both teams in the elimination final require a victory to stay alive. The match comes as one of the finals fixtures. Puru's absence could affect the team.
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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
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Warriors v Dolphins - Finals Week 1, 2026 - NRL.com
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