The Panthers have inched towards a top four finish with a seventh straight win after beating the Tigers 36-2. Star player Nathan Cleary was in fine form after a recent form dip.
Breakdown
- Panthers claim seventh consecutive win, defeating the West Tigers. 6s
- Nathan Cleary returns to top form, aiding the Panthers' resurgence. 2s
- Panthers move from last place to just three points outside the top four. 13s
- Cronulla's victory over Souths pushes the Rabbitohs to the bottom of the ladder. 27s
- Wayne Bennett has never finished last in 38 NRL seasons. 36s