The Roosters overcame the loss of two of their leaders as they outscored the Eels 34-12 to keep their finals hopes alive.

For the first time in 21 years the Warriors have won six games in a row, after a Dallin Watene-Zelezniak hat-trick helped them overcome a dogged Sea Eagles side 29-22.

Cronulla have kept their top four hopes alive and put North Queensland’s finals aspirations in jeopardy with a statement 32-12 win over the Cowboys last night.

The Australian Rugby League Commission has revealed plans for the Pacific Championships, which will feature six men’s and seven women’s teams.

Australia said it would commit A$7 million for a Pacific rugby league championship, in a “football diplomacy” move seen as boosting Australia’s soft power amid competition for influence with China.

The Storm have climbed back into the top four after stunning the Raiders 48-2 at AAMI Park this afternoon.

A double to tryscoring machine Alex Johnston helped the Rabbitohs to an unconvincing 26-14 win over the Dragons in Cairns.

The Sharks are a step closer to sealing a finals berth following a comprehensive seven-try showing that resulted in a 36-6 win over the Titans.

The Panthers took a huge step towards their third minor premiership in four years with a 24-12 win over the Sea Eagles on Thursday night.

Fiji Bati 9s manager Akuila Masi has announced the 18-man team for the test match in Papua New Guinea.

The Raiders have overcome a spirited Wests Tigers outfit to keep their top four hopes alive with a thrilling 22-18 victory at GIO Stadium on Sunday.

The Parramatta Eels have kept their finals hopes alive after overcoming the St George Illawarra Dragons 26-20 in an entertaining and intensely fought match.