South Sydney Rabbitohs Win Big Against Cronulla Sharks

May 9, 2026, 09:43
AustraliaSports

Introduction

The South Sydney Rabbitohs beat the Cronulla Sharks 36-12 at Accor Stadium.

Main Body

South Sydney scored three quick tries. They led 18-0 early in the game. Alex Johnston scored three times. A new player, Latrell Siegwalt, helped him. Campbell Graham played his 150th game. He scored a try at the end. Jye Gray and Cam Murray also played very well. The Sharks played poorly. They only scored two tries late in the game. One Sharks player, Cam McInnes, hit another player too high. He might not play the next game.

Conclusion

South Sydney will play the Dolphins next. Cronulla might lose a player for their next game.

Learning

πŸ•’ The 'Now' vs 'Then' Shift

Look at how the story changes from what happened (past) to what will happen (future).

Past (Finished)

  • beat β†’\rightarrow won
  • scored β†’\rightarrow got points
  • played β†’\rightarrow participated

Future (Coming soon)

  • will play β†’\rightarrow next game
  • might lose β†’\rightarrow maybe a problem

πŸ’‘ Simple Rule for A2: When you see -ed at the end of a word (played, scored), the action is over. When you see will, look forward to the next event.

Vocabulary Learning

game (n.)
An organized activity with rules where people compete or cooperate.
Example:The game lasted for 80 minutes and was very exciting.
beat
to win against
Example:The Rabbitohs beat the Sharks.
score (v.)
To earn points in a game.
Example:She scored a goal in the final minute of the match.
scored
to earn points
Example:He scored two tries.
player (n.)
Someone who takes part in a game or sport.
Example:Each player must wear a jersey during the competition.
try
a way to score in rugby
Example:He made a try.
try (n.)
A way to earn points by touching the ball to the ground in a specific area.
Example:A try is worth five points in rugby.
player
someone who plays a sport
Example:He is a good player.
win (v.)
To be victorious or finish ahead of others.
Example:They will win if they play well and stay focused.
helped
to assist someone
Example:He helped him.
lose (v.)
To fail to win or to have a disadvantage.
Example:If you miss the ball, you might lose the game.
lose
to no longer have
Example:He might lose a player.
beat (v.)
To defeat or overcome an opponent.
Example:The team beat their rivals yesterday in a close match.
hit
to strike
Example:He hit the ball.
play (v.)
To participate in a game or sport.
Example:They will play tomorrow at the local stadium.
might
shows possibility
Example:He might not play.
help (v.)
To give assistance or support.
Example:She helped the injured player get back on his feet.
next
following in time
Example:The next game is tomorrow.
quick (adj.)
Moving or doing something fast.
Example:He was a quick runner on the field.
early
before the expected time
Example:They started early.
early (adv.)
Before the expected or usual time.
Example:We arrived early at the stadium to get good seats.
late
after the expected time
Example:They finished late.
late (adv.)
After the expected or usual time.
Example:He was late for the match and missed the warm‑up.
quick
fast
Example:She made a quick decision.
next (adj.)
Following the present or previous one.
Example:The next game is scheduled for next week.
new
not old
Example:He has a new ball.
high (adj.)
Tall or above a normal level.
Example:The ball went high into the air before landing.
well
in a good way
Example:He played well.
poorly (adv.)
In a way that is not good or effective.
Example:He performed poorly in the test and needed more practice.
poorly
in a bad way
Example:He played poorly.
might (modal)
A word used to express possibility.
Example:He might come to the game if he finishes his work.
high
above the normal level
Example:The ball was high.
new (adj.)
Recently created, discovered, or added.
Example:They have a new coach who brings fresh ideas.
end
the final part
Example:At the end of the game.
end (n.)
The final part or conclusion of something.
Example:The end of the game was dramatic and exciting.
game
a sport event
Example:The game was exciting.
hit (v.)
To strike something with force.
Example:He hit the ball hard and it flew over the fence.
big (adj.)
Large in size, amount, or importance.
Example:It was a big win for the team and the fans celebrated.