The NRL finals draw opened Saturday to begin the finals series. The Dolphins caught the home crowd off guard in their match. The Dolphins win over the Warriors became the initial result of the finals series. Live scores were on offer for the Warriors-Dolphins game. Cronulla faces North Queensland as part of the same finals weekend. The Sharks were without Puru for that fixture. Team lists, tips, odds and lineups came out before kickoff. NRL.com said finals fever hit as matches began. The 2026 finals are off and running. Every game shaped the playoff picture at the start of the finals draw. The Warriors-Dolphins clash produced an early result of the playoffs. The Sharks and Cowboys matchup also carried finals significance. Puru's absence became a talking point. The NRL.com finals update confirmed the playoff buzz. The opening weekend produced a dramatic start.