The key talking points, match highlights, injury and judiciary news to come out of the opening week of the 2017 NRL Telstra Premiership Finals Series.
Roosters v Broncos
The Sydney Roosters have earned a week off with a thrilling 24-22 win over the Broncos in an amazing first game of the 2017 Telstra Premiership Finals Series.
Injuries: Daniel Tupou (groin).
Judiciary: Adam Blair (tripping).
Match report: Roosters edge Broncos in finals epic
Roosters v Broncos: Five key points
Watch: Match highlights
Storm v Eels
The Storm overturned a half-time deficit to beat the Eels and earn a home preliminary final, in Cameron Smith's record-breaking 356th NRL appearance.
Injuries: Tepai Moeroa (concussion).
Judiciary: No charges.
Match report: Storm edge Eels to book home prelim
Storm v Eels: Five key points
Watch: Match highlights
Sea Eagles v Panthers
The Panthers left it late but two tries in the final six minutes knocked the Sea Eagles out of the finals and saw Penrith advance to a semi-final against Brisbane next week.
Injuries: Curtis Sironen (hamstring).
Judiciary: No charges.
Match report: Panthers eliminate Sea Eagles in finals upset
Sea Eagles v Panthers: Five key points
Watch: Match highlights
Sharks v Cowboys
The Cronulla Sharks' premiership defence is over, knocked out in the first week of the finals by a gritty Cowboys side 15-14 in extra-time at Allianz Stadium.
Injuries: No major injuries.
Judiciary: No charges.
Match report: Cowboys send Sharks packing in extra time
Sharks v Cowboys: Five key points
Watch: Match highlights
