Nicho Hynes Breaks Cronulla's Record for Most Individual Points in a Game

Nicho Hynes Breaks Cronulla's Record for Most Individual Points in a Game

Cronulla's Nicho Hynes has broken the club's record for most individual points in a game, scoring 26 points in a 66-0 win over the Dolphins. The win sees the Sharks move into the NRL's top 4.

What happened?

The Sharks dominated the game from the start, with Hynes converting 11/11 penalties and scoring two tries. His halves partner Braydon Trindall also had a standout game, adding three assists and leading the league in that stat. Trindall celebrated his 26th birthday in style, winning on his milestone match.

Why it matters for Nicho Hynes

Hynes' record-breaking performance is a testament to his skill and dedication to the sport. The win is a significant milestone for the Sharks, and Hynes' individual record is a reflection of his hard work and commitment to the team.

What comes next?

The Sharks will look to build on this momentum as they face upcoming challenges in the NRL. With Hynes and Trindall leading the charge, the team is poised for success.

The Sharks received back-to-back penalties and set restarts to march upfield, looking threatening from the get-go. However, the Dolphins' five-eighth Kodi Nikorima almost crashed over from a sweeping play to the left side, but a last-ditch tackle from Hynes kept him out.

The Dolphins continued to look dangerous, throwing the ball around, but the adlib play led to an obstruction penalty, which put the Sharks in attacking range. Trindall took full advantage, setting up his 21st try of the season so far, as KL Iro touched down in goal from a pinpoint grubber.

Hynes continued his perfect record with the boot, slotting it from the right sideline on this occasion. The Sharks manhandle Isaako into touch, and a good defensive read from Teig Wilton forced a Phins' fumble and gave Cronulla another crack inside the final 10 minutes of the first half.

Kennedy made a half break and juggled the ball before he regathered and was tackled metres from the try-line. The next play was pure poetry, Brailey to Hynes, Hynes to Trindall, and Trindall with a magic cut-out pass to put Ronaldo Mulitalo over.

A Sharks error coming out of their own end gifted the Dolphins an opportunity with 5 minutes on the clock. Quick hands from the home side had Tevita Naufahu staring at the try line in open space, but the cover defence, led by Hynes, hammered him into touch.

The Dolphins came out fired up in the second half, but the Sharks' defence held strong, and they emerged victorious with a 66-0 win.

**Date:** 11 July 2026 **Result:** Cronulla Sharks 66, Dolphins 0 **Nicho Hynes' record:** 26 points in a game, breaking Cronulla's record for most individual points in a game.