NRL live updates: North Queensland Cowboys vs Sydney Roosters
The Sydney Roosters defeated the North Queensland Cowboys 82-12 in a record-breaking NRL match in Townsville. The win marks a significant performance for the Roosters, who are now tied for the top of the competition table.
Why it matters
The match result significantly impacts the NRL premiership standings and demonstrates the Roosters' current dominance in the league.
It was a record-setting night for the Roosters in Townsville. ( Getty Images: Ian Hitchcock )
Link copied Share Share article Sydney Roosters sent a warning to the rest of the NRL about their premiership credentials with a 82-12 whipping of North Queensland in Townsville, the most points by a winning team in 91 years.
Halfback Sam Walker, in the midst of a multi-million dollar contract negotiation, showed why Roosters supremo Nick Politis wants to keep him at the club for life in a masterclass display.
This was a muscle flex of epic proportions as the visitors scored the equal most first half points in premiership history to lead 48-6 after 40 minutes.
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