NRLW Match Preview: Round 11 v Roosters

Author: Zoe Filetti Sharks Reporter
Timestamp: Wed 10 Sep 2025, 07:43 PM

The Sharks are seeking revenge against the undefeated Roosters in what shapes as a fiery top-four clash on Thursday night.

24-hour squads

In a must-watch grand final rematch, Cronulla will head to the Central Coast in hopes of knocking the Roosters off their perch. After falling short of a remarkable comeback victory in the 2024 decider, there is undoubtedly fire in the bellies of the runners up to clinch the two points in a heavyweight match.

A pre-season trial between the sides resulted in a 12-12 draw, and if that's any indication of what will be on display tomorrow evening, it's sure to be a spectacle.

With sudden-death finals beckoning next week, the Sharks will benefit from a stern test against the competition benchmark in preparation for a premiership tilt.

After suffering a tough 24-14 loss against the Bulldogs in Round 10, Cronulla are eager to return to winning ways and bolster their confidence.

Having navigated extreme adversity this season, including a hefty injury toll, coach Tony Herman has repeatedly praised his squad for their connection and resilience.

The Sharks will need to lean on those attributes if they're to topple the red-hot Roosters, who will welcome back captain Isabelle Kelly after she missed last week's 26-14 win over the Raiders due to an oral fracture.

For a headlining individual match-up, look no further than Cronulla's Tiana Penitani Gray and the Roosters' Jessica Sergis, who are now on opposing sides despite being teammates in NSW's victorious State of Origin campaign earlier this year.

Both centres have dominated the women's game for season upon season, highlighting why they've consistently earned the right to play at the highest level.

Another five-star showdown looms between locks Brooke Anderson and Olivia Kernick. Roosters star Kernick has levelled up her game over the past two seasons, being awarded the Dally M Medal in 2024, while Anderson has been an outstanding player for many years, also representing her state and country.

There's no better way to top off a ruthless regular season than with a blockbuster match between rival clubs on Thursday night. Kick-off is scheduled at 7.45pm in Gosford, with the match to be broadcast live on 9, 9 Now, Foxtel and Kayo.

See the 24-hour squads below.

Round 11 - Round 11 - Thursday 11 Sep

9:45 am

Roosters

Sharks

Team Lists

Backs

Fullback for Roosters is number 1 Brydie Parker

Fullback for Sharks is number 1 Jada Taylor
Winger for Roosters is number 2 Taina Naividi

Winger for Sharks is number 2 Cassie Staples
Centre for Roosters is number 3 Jessica Sergis

Centre for Sharks is number 3 Tiana Penitani Gray
Centre for Roosters is number 4 Isabelle Kelly

Centre for Sharks is number 4 Grace-Lee Weekes
Winger for Roosters is number 5 Jayme Fressard

Winger for Sharks is number 5 Georgia Ravics
Five-Eighth for Roosters is number 6 Jocelyn Kelleher

Five-Eighth for Sharks is number 6 Emma Verran
Halfback for Roosters is number 7 Tarryn Aiken

Halfback for Sharks is number 7 Chantay Kiria-Ratu

Forwards

Prop for Roosters is number 8 Otesa Pule

Prop for Sharks is number 8 Ellie Johnston
Hooker for Roosters is number 9 Keeley Davis

Hooker for Sharks is number 9 Georgia Hannaway
Prop for Roosters is number 10 Rima Butler

Prop for Sharks is number 10 Stephanie Faulkner
2nd Row for Roosters is number 11 Aliyah Nasio

2nd Row for Sharks is number 11 Talei Holmes
2nd Row for Roosters is number 12 Jasmin Strange

2nd Row for Sharks is number 12 Jaydika Tafua
Lock for Roosters is number 13 Olivia Kernick

Lock for Sharks is number 13 Brooke Anderson

Interchange

Interchange for Roosters is number 14 Mia Wood

Interchange for Sharks is number 14 Tyla King
Interchange for Roosters is number 15 Macie Carlile

Interchange for Sharks is number 16 Manilita Takapautolo
Interchange for Roosters is number 16 Amber Hall

Interchange for Sharks is number 17 Anne-Marie Kiria-Ratu
Interchange for Roosters is number 17 Eliza Lopamaua

Interchange for Sharks is number 18 Jacinta Carter

Reserves

Replacement for Roosters is number 18 Shawden Burton

Replacement for Sharks is number 19 Dominique du Toit
Reserve for Roosters is number 19 Jayde Herdegen

Reserve for Sharks is number 22 Rhiannon Byers