Returning heroes lead Storm past Sharks
TOM SMITH AAMI Park, Friday
MELBOURNE STORM 22
CRONULLA SHARKS 14
GUTSY displays by fit-again guns Jahrome Hughes and Ryan Papenhuyzen helped Melbourne book their Grand Final berth over Cronulla.
With heavy strapping protecting the left arm he broke just three weeks ago, Hughes assisted the opening try then skipped away with the next four-pointer, while Papenhuyzen (concussion) touched down to give the hosts a healthy buffer at the break.
The Sharks had their chances in the second half but never got within a converted try of the Storm, who now head to their 11th grand final in 23 seasons under Craig Bellamy.