Sandon Smith’s late interception try sends Newcastle Knights into NRL Grand Final
Sandon Smith scored a late interception try to secure the Newcastle Knights’ place in the NRL Grand Final, according to Sky Sport. The appearance is Newcastle’s first in the competition’s Grand Final for 25 years, and the decisive score prompted celebrations.
Sandon Smith scored a late interception try as the Newcastle Knights secured a place in the NRL Grand Final, Sky Sport reported.
The result gives Newcastle its first Grand Final appearance in 25 years. The late score also sparked celebrations.
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