On this episode of the ET Stand Podcast, Boldo is joined by Chris Kelly, Rod Stafford and special guest Steven Russo to break down all things Cronulla Sharks.

The boys dive into Boldo’s Player Tiers, ranking the squad based on expectations, output and current form, sparking plenty of debate around who’s delivering and who still has more to give.

We review the recent performance against the Tigers and shift into a broader discussion on momentum swings in the NRL, what causes them, and how the Sharks are handling key moments in games.

Steven Russo joins the show to give an update on the Newtown Jets, highlighting players pushing for NRL selection and what’s happening just below first grade.

The episode wraps with a full preview of the Sharks’ upcoming clash with the Rabbitohs, including recent form, key matchups and what Cronulla need to do to continue their winning run.

As always, plenty of strong opinions, fan perspective, and Sharks-focused footy chat throughout.

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The ET Stand is back to break down a dominant Sharks performance as Cronulla run away with it against the Tigers.

Boldo and Franko take you through the full post-match debrief, unpacking how a tight first half turned into a second-half blowout. We dive into the key moments, the players who stood up, and the decisions that shaped the result.

On this episode:

• How the Sharks built pressure and blew the game open
• The left-edge dominance and attacking structure
• Big nights for KL Iro and Teig Wilton
• Trindall’s kicking game and Hynes’ control
• Captain’s Challenge decisions and game management
• The Talakai question… are we using him properly?
• What this performance means for the Sharks moving forward

Plus, we react to your comments and wrap it all up with the key takeaways from Round 9.

The Sharks fans podcast that lets its talking do the football.

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On tonight’s show:

Sharks & the new rules

Fitzy chat

Tigers Preview

Ash’s Top 5: Sharks who didn’t make 50 games

Sponsorships we like… and don’t like

Sharks Report Card (One Third of the Season)

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This episode is a full post-match debrief of the Sharks’ loss to the Cowboys, where despite putting up points, defensive lapses and key moments proved costly.

We break down the turning points in the game, including critical refereeing decisions, edge defence issues, and moments where the Sharks lost control. There’s a deep dive into individual performances, with strong attacking contributions from Talakai, questions around Iro’s defence, and a mixed night for Nicho Hynes highlighted by moments of class and missed opportunities.

We also discuss game management, discipline, and the growing concern around conceding big scores, along with what needs to change heading into next week.

As always, we react to fan comments, frustrations and key takeaways from the Discord throughout the show.

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With the Sharks on the bye, the ET Stand takes a step back to assess the season so far. The highs, the frustrations, and whether Cronulla are getting what they deserve or not.

Joined by ET Stand debutant Glen Thompson, the boys unpack the cult Sharks concepts of “Sweet Justice” and “Fair Justice” and how they apply to this current side.

The show also dives into the return of the Disruptor discussion and the growing impact of set restarts and six-agains on momentum, with a bigger question emerging about whether the game is shifting towards blowout patterns rather than back-and-forth contests.

Around the grounds, we look at the Storm’s trajectory, Parramatta’s struggles under Jason Ryles, pressure building at the Dragons, and whether Perth can ever truly become a rugby league market.

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Fresh off the full-time siren, Boldo and Franko react to a frustrating night for the Sharks as they go down 34–22 to the Roosters.

In this episode, the boys break down where it went wrong, from defensive lapses and momentum swings to key moments that let the game slip away. There is plenty of honest analysis around effort, execution, and the gap between expectation and performance, with a focus on what needs to change moving forward.

Franko also dives deep into one of the night’s biggest talking points, giving a detailed explanation of the disruptor and catching interpretations, unpacking how the rules are being applied and why they continue to cause confusion for players, officials, and fans alike.

They also cover individual performances, tactical decisions, and the broader trajectory of the team as the season unfolds, while bringing in live fan reactions throughout the show.

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Raw, immediate, and unfiltered, this is the post-match debrief every Sharks fan needs.

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The ET Stand is back to break down where the Sharks really sit after two strong wins, now facing a genuine test against the Roosters in Perth.

Boldo, Franko and Chris Kelly dive into the current state of the squad, including a deeper look at the centre position and how Cronulla might shape their backline moving forward. There is also a strong discussion around squad depth, with Boldo proposing a more strategic rotation model, questioning whether the Sharks should be managing their forwards and key players more like elite European teams to stay fresh for the back end of the season.

Franko brings the latest updates from the lower grades, while the team also runs through the latest 3-2-1 leaderboard and touches on key storylines across the league, including developments around Flanagan and the Dragons.

With momentum building and tougher challenges ahead, this episode sets the scene for a defining stretch of the Sharks’ season.

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Franko and Boldo are back on the ET Stand for a full debrief of the Sharks’ strong win over the Warriors.

After tipping against Cronulla, Boldo is more than happy to be wrong as the boys break down a performance that showed control, execution and glimpses of what this side can be at its best.

The episode covers key moments from the match, standout performances across the park and the attacking shape that led to points, including big contributions from Kennedy, Iro, Burns, Wilton and Talakai.

They also dig into what this result actually means. Is this a turning point or just a step in the right direction? Where are the Sharks really sitting compared to the top sides, and what still needs to improve?

As always, it is honest, one-eyed and grounded in how fans actually see the game, with plenty of back and forth between Franko and Boldo.

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