Tom Dearden was left to pick up the pieces after a devastating semi-final loss.

Sharks halfback Nicho Hynes helped lift his side into the prelim finals with a win over the Cowboys.

Braydon Trindall was the star of the show and spoke to Nine just after full-time.

Valentine Holmes is assisted from the field by trainers after suffering a suspected lower leg injury.

Valentine Holmes scores his second try of the night after Reuben Cotter produces a perfect strip.