Cronulla Sharks 24-56 Penrith PanthersCharlie Staines scores four tries in his NRL debutPenrith have unearthed another star of the future in Charlie Staines, with the debutant scoring four tries in their 56-24 demolition of Cronulla. Playing for injured Dean Whare, the 19-year-old also added a try assist for good measure to spark the Panthers to their biggest win of the season. Ivan Cleary’s side temporarily jump over Parramatta to top spot, with the Eels a chance of reclaiming pole position on Sunday when they face Newcastle. The Sharks’ lopsided defeat not only snaps a three-game winning streak, but is also the heaviest under second-year coach John Morris. The Panthers ran in a mammoth 10 tries, including two to another rookie in centre Stephen Crichton, while Nathan Cleary kicked seven goals. Related: Brisbane Broncos NRL losing streak arrives at a bad time for Queensland Rugby League | Larissa O'Connor Related: 'We know their addresses': Victorian fans banned from attending NRL and AFL games in NSW Continue readingread full article
