Gallant Knights’ NRL grand final loss ‘hurts so much’, says standout Kalyn Ponga

Newcastle fullback was brilliant in 19-18 loss to Sydney RoostersPonga pays tribute to fans who packed into Accor Stadium The emotion of the week finally took its toll on Kalyn Ponga, who starred for Newcastle despite their 19-18 defeat to the Sydney Roosters in the NRL grand final.The Knights fullback was responsible for many of the match’s most dazzling moments – a constant menace with ball in hand on both sides of the field. He saved a four-pointer when pressuring Mark Nawaqanitawase’s aerial put-down in the first half. He ran away for a length-of-the-field try, the undoubted highlight of a thrilling encounter. The pink headgear was impossible to miss. Continue reading...

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