NRL Auckland Nines

The Downer NRL Auckland Nines was the only place to be as all 16 NRL clubs boasting over 288 star players descended on Eden Park for this thrilling two-day, nine-per-side knock-out tournament.

The Sydney Roosters survived an epic second-half comeback from the Penrtih Panthers to hold on for a gripping 10-8 win to claim the Downer NRL Auckland Nines trophy for the first time.