NRL live updates: Melbourne Storm vs Manly Warringah Sea Eagles, Dolphins vs Brisbane Broncos, South Sydney Rabbitohs vs Parramatta Eels
The South Sydney Rabbitohs secured a narrow 28-24 victory against the Parramatta Eels after a dramatic second-half comeback attempt by the Eels. The match was part of a high-stakes day of NRL action that also saw the Dolphins and Melbourne Storm overcome significant deficits to win their respective games.
Why it matters
This match highlights the competitive volatility of the current NRL season as teams fight for top-eight positioning.
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 08: Brandon Smith of the Rabbitohs celebrates scoring a try during the round 23 Indigenous Round "Gadhu Gathering" NRL match between South Sydney Rabbitohs and Parramatta Eels at Allianz Stadium, on August 08, 2026, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Jeremy Ng/Getty Images) ( Getty Images: Jeremy Ng )
Link copied Share Share article South Sydney concedes 24 unanswered second-half points but manage to hold on for a 28-24 victory, which consolidates the Rabbitohs' place in the league's top eight.
On a day of incredible NRL fightbacks, the Eels almost delivered the biggest of all time after trailing 28-0 at the break.
Earlier the Dolphins came from 24-0 down to beat the Broncos 40-32 in a remarkable Battle of Brisbane, while the Melbourne Storm came back from 14-0 down to hammer Manly Warringah 42-20 in Perth.
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