The Penrith Panthers have made history by winning their fourth consecutive NRL premiership, defeating the Melbourne Storm 14-6 in a thrilling grand final at Accor Stadium. Nathan Cleary, despite a shoulder injury, was instrumental in guiding the team, while Liam Martin was awarded the Clive Churchill Medal for his outstanding performance. The match featured intense moments, including a controversial incident where Penrith's Paul Alamoti accused Melbourne's Cameron Munster of biting him, which Munster denied but was placed on report. The Panthers' victory marks them as only the third team in history to achieve four straight titles, joining the ranks of the legendary St George team from 1956-1966. Despite the Storm's attempts to retaliate, Penrith's defense held firm, and they sealed the match with a decisive late try from Paul Alamoti. The game was attended by a crowd of 80,156, showcasing the high stakes and excitement of the NRL finals.