The Sydney Roosters are officially the queens of the NRLW. In a total masterclass at Accor Stadium, the Tricolours absolutely crushed the Brisbane Broncos 30-6 to secure their third premiership. This wasn't just a win; it was a straight-up statement. The Roosters finished the season with a flawless 13-0 record, officially cementing their status as the main characters of the league.
A first-half bloodbath
The Roosters didn't come to play, they came to dominate. They put up six tries before the break, leaving the Broncos scrambling. By halftime, the stats were wild: the Broncos only held 25% of the possession and the Roosters had a massive 830 to 259 lead in run metres. Tarryn Aiken was on another level, taking home the Karyn Murphy medal for her performance, while Brydie Parker snagged a hat-trick that had the crowd losing it.
Ending an icon's era
It was a tough day for Broncos legend Ali Brigginshaw. This match served as the farewell for the NRLW icon, but the vibe was definitely off for Brisbane. The team imploded early, and the pressure clearly got to them as they struggled to complete sets. While Brigginshaw had a rough exit, the Roosters were celebrating a fairytale finish for their own stars, Millie Elliott and Corban Baxter, who are retiring at the absolute top of their game.
Why it matters
This win marks the Roosters' third premiership, putting them just one behind the Broncos' all-time record of four. With the World Cup kicking off later this month, this dominance from the Roosters' core—especially Aiken and captain Isabelle Kelly—puts them in a prime position to represent for the national squad.
