The Sharks have some work ahead of them. But they have another 35 minutes in which to do it.
In some stats news from the first half: Emma Verran (101m) and Manililta Takapautolo (79m) were the best yardage runners from Cronulla while Abbi Church (76m) and Chloe Jackson (73m) led the way for Parramatta.
In some concerning news, first-half try scorer Filomina Hanisi has been helped from the field with what looks to be a knee injury. Sheโd been one on Cronullaโs best during her time on the field.
Also, the lead is now out to eight points after Rachael Pearson kicked a penalty goal. Eels lead 14-6 after 39 minutes
Lindsay Tui takes on the Sharks defence.Credit: Getty Images