Cyclones secured a 16:13 win over their opponents in a regular-season match on 12 September 2026. The game took place in the early evening, with kickoff at 23:30 local time. The hosts came out on top in a contest that required both sides to find their rhythm.
Each team arrived with momentum from their previous outings on 5 September. Cyclones had dispatched Huskies 40:0 in their last outing, while the visitors had faced RedHawks and lost 38:10. The contrast in form heading into Saturday's fixture was stark.
The final scoreline told a closer story than the recent results suggested. Cyclones held their nerve when it mattered, seeing out a result that kept them in contention. The visitors showed resilience but could not find the extra margin needed.
