In a heart-stopping showdown that had fans gripping their seats, the Melbourne Storm emerged victorious thanks to a last-gasp try from hooker Harry Grant. The nail-biting clash went into golden point extra time, where Grant's brilliance secured a 26-22 win for his side.
A Battle of Nerves
The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both teams trading blows throughout the 80 minutes. The Storm looked to have the upper hand early on, but their opponents fought back fiercely, setting the stage for a dramatic finale.
Grant's Moment of Magic
With the scores locked at 22-22 and the clock ticking down in extra time, it was Grant who stepped up when it mattered most. The dynamic hooker spotted a gap in the defensive line and powered through to score the decisive try, sending the Melbourne faithful into raptures.
"It was just instinct really," Grant said afterwards. "I saw the opportunity and went for it. The boys worked so hard all game, we deserved this."
Coach's Delight
Storm coach Craig Bellamy was full of praise for his team's resilience. "That's what this team is about - never giving up," he told reporters. "Harry was sensational when we needed him most, but this was a proper team effort."
The victory keeps Melbourne firmly in the hunt for top spot as the NRL season reaches its business end. With performances like this, they'll surely be one of the teams to beat come finals time.
