Dolphins fans were treated to a performance to remember on Friday night as the Dolphins crushed the St George Illawarra Dragons 56–6 at Suncorp Stadium — their biggest win in club history and the first time they’ve ever posted 50+ points in a match.
Fast, Ferocious, and Unrelenting
Despite conceding an early penalty goal, the Dolphins wasted no time taking control. Herbie Farnworth opened the floodgates, followed by a clinical finish from Jamayne Isaako, who then nailed the conversion. Kodi Nikorima and Connelly Lemuelu added to the onslaught, with Lemuelu scoring shortly after coming off the bench. Jack Bostock soared above the pack to add another spectacular try, sending the Dolphins into the sheds with a commanding 28–2 lead at halftime.
No Let-Up in the Second Half
The second half saw more of the same — intensity, speed, and clinical execution. Lemuelu bagged his second, Isaako crossed again, and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, true to form, tore through the Dragons’ edge defence for a double. Farnworth sealed the night with his second, taking the total to 10 tries.
Standout Performers
- Isaiya Katoa: A commanding presence in the halves with two try assists, three offloads, a line break assist, and a pinpoint 40/20 kick.
- Jamayne Isaako: Amassed 24 points with two tries and eight conversions — flawless from the tee.
- Connelly Lemuelu: Made a major impact off the bench with two well-earned tries.
- Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow: Continued to light up the backline with two blistering tries of his own.
Dragons Stumble in Suncorp Swirl
The Dragons struggled to find rhythm from the outset and were further disrupted by an early injury to winger Christian Tuipulotu, who limped off with a hamstring issue. Their lone bright spot came in the 64th minute when Sione Finau crossed for a consolation try — but it was far too late to shift the momentum.
Where It Leaves the Dolphins
The victory not only restores the Dolphins’ win–loss tally to 6–7, but it also catapults them into the NRL top eight. It’s a major psychological boost and a clear signal to the rest of the competition: this side is no longer building — they’re arriving.
Published 7-June-2025
