The NRL finals opening week started with a surprise. The Dolphins toppled the Warriors, a result that shocked their supporters. Elsewhere in the finals, the Sharks face the Cowboys in an elimination final. The Sharks are missing Puru in this fixture. Late mail revealed he would not play. The loser is out of the finals. The Dolphins advance after that win. Both teams in the elimination final require a victory to stay alive. The match comes within the NRL finals schedule. 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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