LIVE: Papenhuyzen wounded from ‘finals-like intensity’

The star halfback chops down Ford close to the line on last tackle and Cronulla hold on for an upset victory across the ditch.

“Nicho Hynes made some crucial decisions with his defence,” Roach said on Fox.

“Gutsy effort from the Sharks. They hung in there and scored a crucial times.”

After trailing 12-0 early in the first-half, the Sharks showed their resiliency and have started their season in trademark gritty fashion in Auckland.

For the hosts, they failed to capitalise on the weight of possession and field position in the opening 40 minutes, giving Andrew Webster plenty to think about.

“From a big hole early in the game, they climb out … one to remember,” Smith said.