NRL Finals player ratings: Every Panthers and Knights player ranked 1-34

The Newcastle Knights secured a place in the Grand Final against the Sydney Roosters following a 22-14 victory over the Penrith Panthers. Bradman Best set up Francis Manuleleua for the opening try, while Sandon Smith starred by creating a try for Dominic Young, scoring a solo try from a quick tap, and sealing the win with a late intercept.

Penrith's Dylan Edwards and Liam Martin led their team's resistance with energetic displays despite the defeat. For Newcastle, fullback Kalyn Ponga executed crucial late try-saving tackles on McLean and Leota to protect the lead.