NRL Gameday Guide: Round 24 v Raiders

Author: Sharks Media
Timestamp: Wed 12 Aug 2026, 09:02 AM

The Cronulla Sharks return to Ocean Protect Stadium on Saturday, fired up after losing the Monty Porter Memorial Cup against the Dragons.

The 12th-placed Raiders will be up for it too, coming off a devastating 30-24 loss at home to the Knights, which makes the finals equation quite tricky for the Canberrans.

The home side is celebrating Indigenous Round with plenty of cultural experiences packed into gameday, including a pre-game performance by the Gamay Dancers, and some special Cronulla Sharks' legends popping in.

Here's all you need to know in our round 24 game day guide!

Key Timings: Sunday, August 15th
12.30pm – Gates Open
12.35pm – Jersey Flegg Cup: Sharks v Raiders
3.00pm – NRL Kick-Off: Sharks v Raiders
4.45pm – NRL Full-Time (approx.)

Round 24 - Round 24 - Saturday 15 Aug

5:00 am

Sharks

Raiders

Team Lists

Backs

Fullback for Sharks is number 1 William Kennedy

Fullback for Raiders is number 1 Kaeo Weekes
Winger for Sharks is number 2 Sione Katoa

Winger for Raiders is number 2 Jed Stuart
Centre for Sharks is number 3 Mawene Hiroti

Centre for Raiders is number 3 Savelio Tamale
Centre for Sharks is number 4 KL Iro

Centre for Raiders is number 4 Matthew Timoko
Winger for Sharks is number 5 Ronaldo Mulitalo

Winger for Raiders is number 5 Xavier Savage
Five-Eighth for Sharks is number 6 Braydon Trindall

Five-Eighth for Raiders is number 6 Ethan Strange
Halfback for Sharks is number 7 Nicho Hynes

Halfback for Raiders is number 7 Ethan Sanders

Forwards

Prop for Sharks is number 8 Oregon Kaufusi

Prop for Raiders is number 8 Ata Mariota
Hooker for Sharks is number 9 Blayke Brailey

Hooker for Raiders is number 9 Owen Pattie
Prop for Sharks is number 10 Jesse Colquhoun

Prop for Raiders is number 10 Joseph Tapine
2nd Row for Sharks is number 11 Briton Nikora

2nd Row for Raiders is number 11 Zac Hosking
2nd Row for Sharks is number 12 Teig Wilton

2nd Row for Raiders is number 12 Matty Nicholson
Lock for Sharks is number 13 Cameron McInnes

Lock for Raiders is number 13 Morgan Smithies

Interchange

Interchange for Sharks is number 14 Hohepa Puru

Interchange for Raiders is number 14 Tom Starling
Interchange for Sharks is number 15 Billy Burns

Interchange for Raiders is number 15 Joe Roddy
Interchange for Sharks is number 16 Siosifa Talakai

Interchange for Raiders is number 16 Josh Papalii
Interchange for Sharks is number 17 Thomas Hazelton

Interchange for Raiders is number 17 Daine Laurie
Interchange for Sharks is number 18 Michael Gabrael

Interchange for Raiders is number 18 Vena Patuki-Case
Interchange for Sharks is number 19 Braden Uele

Interchange for Raiders is number 19 Sebastian Kris

Reserves

Reserve for Sharks is number 20 Niwhai Puru

Reserve for Raiders is number 20 Coby Black
Reserve for Sharks is number 21 Samuel Stonestreet

Reserve for Raiders is number 21 Sione Finau
Reserve for Sharks is number 22 Tuku Hau Tapuha

Reserve for Raiders is number 22 Jordan Uta

KL Iro
Niwhai Puru
Samuel Stonestreet
Siosifa Talakai
Tuku Hau Tapuha

Coby Black
Jordan Uta
Sebastian Kris
Sione Finau
Vena Patuki-Case

Addin Fonua-Blake
Jesse Ramien

Corey Horsburgh
Simi Sasagi

Match Officials

Referee: Gerard Sutton
Touch Judge: Drew Oultram
Senior Review Official: Adam Gee

Last updated: 8/11/2026 7:50:34 AM

Membership & Ticketing
The Sharks currently have 17,738 members in 2026 and are aiming to break last year’s membership record of 17,923 with a strong push this weekend.

Offering a Rivalry Pass Membership for the Raiders match from $40 for kids and $50 for adults, which gets you into the game, makes you a member and gives you access to exclusive merch.

Other tickets are also available – secure your spot today through Ticketek!

Check out the Membership Services Marquee for all your Membership needs. See our friendly staff from 2pm outside the Gate Two entrance to the stadium on Saturday.

Find your name on our new Member Wall or write a letter to your favourite Shark in our Kids Station, located right near the Membership Services Marquee.

Trouble getting into Ocean Protect Stadium or forgot your Membership card? We've got you covered! Visit the Membership Services Window at the Gate 1 Ticket Box from 2pm and we'll help you get inside and into your seat.

Have a group of ten or more? Group Ticketing is the perfect way to get your friends and family together at discount prices with exclusive money-can't-buy experiences. CLICK HERE for more information.

If general public allocation is exhausted, there's always a chance to score a ticket through the Member Seat Resale feature. Simply stay posted to the Ticketek page to see if any tickets are back on the market. Members unable to attend can put their seats up for resale via the Sharks Membership portal.

Parking and Transport
Casual and season parking at Woolooware Bay Central, next door to the stadium, can be purchased through the Membership Services Team or the Member Portal.

Please call 1300 SHARKS for assistance with booking casual parking.

With free street parking extremely limited, the Sharks also encourage patrons to make use of public transport when travelling to Ocean Protect Stadium.

Match tickets include travel on trains, which run regularly to Woolooware on the T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line within walking distance of the venue. Station shuttle buses will run from Caringbah, Cronulla and Woolooware train stations before and after the game. Shuttle buses are free for match ticketholders.

Go to the transport NSW link for more information - CLICK HERE

Plan ahead using the Trip Planner

As a general rule, shuttle buses commence routes to Ocean Protect Stadium two hours prior to NRL kick-off. Departures commence from full-time and continue until an hour post-match.

Conditions of Entry & Anti-Social Behaviour
Patrons are kindly reminded of the conditions of entry to Ocean Protect Stadium. Camp chairs are not permitted into the ground.

Conditions of Entry as of JUNE 2026.pdf

A reminder, as per the conditions of entry, that no chairs are permitted (including camper and low-lying beach chairs).

Children must be accompanied and always supervised by a responsible adult whilst at Ocean Protect Stadium.

2026 Unaccompanied Children Policy.pdf

The Sharks are committed to ensuring the safety and comfort of all attendees and do not tolerate any form of discriminatory behaviour.

To report anti-social behaviour, text 0433 556 185 with your issue and location.

Merchandise

Grab yourself a Sharks' 2026 Indigenous jersey and join the boys in wearing it with pride on Saturday afternoon.

Visit the Sharks Store at Bay Central Woolooware next door to the stadium and deck yourself out in the latest and greatest black, white and blue gear.

There are also multiple merch outlets inside Ocean Protect Stadium (south-east corner, south-west corner and north-east corner) where you can stock up on fresh kit – including the Heritage jersey or the striking 2026 home jersey, which pays tribute to the 2016 kit!

What’s On: Sharks Round 24

Indigenous Round
Catch the pre-game cultural performance and smoking ceremony by the Gamay Dancers, as well as a Welcome to Country from proud Gadigal woman and respected elder, artist and community figure Aunty Deanna Schreiber, who is the Director and Elder in Residence for the Kurranulla Aboriginal Corporation.

Aramex Special Delivery
As always, one valued Sharks Member will be chosen from the crowd to receive an amazing prize at half-time through the Aramex Special Delivery! Aramex will also be at either gate collecting socks and jocks for charity.

Pilot Halftime Giveaway
The team from Pilot will be handing out try banners to fans and then giving away $2,000 worth of vouchers to fans dancing with their try banners at halftime.

Junior Rugby League Mini Matches
Don't miss the Deadly Choices Mini League games at half-time where the stars of tomorrow will put on a show, with kids from around NSW invited to the turf of Ocean Protect Stadium for their memorable moment in the spotlight.

50-50 Charity Raffle
Purchase a ticket for the 50-50 Charity Raffle and go in the draw to win a big cash prize! This weekend's charity partner is Sutherland Shire Reconciliation, who are a community organisation that works to advance Reconciliation through advocacy, cultural events, education, and partnerships with First Nations communities. The other 50% will be pocketed by a lucky raffle winner.

See one of our Shark Crew members – unmissable in bright green! – or scan the QR code on the big screens to buy a ticket and support a great cause. If you can't make it to the game, CLICK HERE to enter the raffle online.

SHARKS LIVE presented by The Vinyl Room Nightclub Gymea
Channeling vibes from The Vinyl Room Nightclub Gymea, DJ Jonny is back to rock the party in the SHARKS LIVE zone in the south-east corner.

Need assistance?
Can’t find your seat or where something is at Ocean Protect Stadium? Keep an eye out for our amazing Shark Crew or our Sharks Sport and Business Diploma students if you have any questions or need any assistance.

Sharks Mermaids
It's not a home game without the peerless Sharks Mermaids! Enjoy watching the NRL's finest cheer squad bring the heat pre-game and at half-time. They'll also be joined by the Mini Mermaids, who will make their second appearance this season.

Food and beverage options
Food options include deliciously healthy burritos and tacos from the Zambrero food truck, ice cream, pizza, chips on a stick, hot dogs, coffee, donuts and more.

Chicken Nation - ET Kiosk
Grab N Go - ET Kiosk
Zambrero - Eastern Concourse (South)
Youngs Food - Family Hill
Schnitzel - Eastern Concourse (North)
Ice Cream - Eastern Concourse (South) & Family Hill
Chip on a Stick - Eastern Concourse (South)
Mr Kernel Food Bar - Eastern Concourse
Fritz Wiener - South East Corner
Coffee Van - Southern Stand
Gozleme - South West Corner Grass Area

Several bars will be open around the venue selling alcoholic beverages.

CLICK HERE to view a map.

Sharks at Kareela Footy Watch Party
Other than Ocean Protect Stadium, the best place to cheer on the boys in black, white and blue is at the Sharks at Kareela Watch Party!

Catch the footy live and loud on the big screens while enjoying award-winning food and refreshing beverages amongst fellow Sharks supporters.

CLICK HERE for more information.