Cronulla suffered heartbreak in the preliminary finals once again as they were bundled out of the premiership race by Melbourne.
The Sharks progressed into the third week of finals after knocking out the Sydney Roosters in an elimination final before putting the minor premiers Canberra to the sword in the semi-finals.
Following the defeat, Craig Fitzgibbon was bullish about his side's chances of success in the years to come as they will once again enter into next season with the majority of their team still together.
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Which players have left the Cronulla Sharks in 2025?
Cronulla have largely been able to keep their squad together, although did lose Daniel Atkinson to their local rivals after the utility signed a lucrative deal.
Meanwhile, Kade Dykes has linked with Canterbury after the fullback prospect has endured an injury-plagued few years.
Full list of Cronulla departures
| Player | New club |
|---|---|
| Daniel Atkinson | St George Illawarra Dragons |
| Kade Dykes | Canterbury Bulldogs |
Who have the Sharks signed for 2026?
The Sharks have yet to make a signing for next season.
Who have the Sharks re-signed for next season?
Cronulla had a whole load of work to do with their roster, as several key players were due to come off-contract. However, the Sharks have managed to keep most of them in the Shire long-term.
Ronaldo Mulitalo, Braydon Trindall, Briton Nikora, Teig Wilton, Tom Hazelton and Oregon Kaufusi all re-signed.
Meanwhile, Billy Burns was handed an extension along with Tuku Hau Tapuha and Niwhai Puru.