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Paul Alamoti of the Panthers scores a try. Photo: Getty Images / Mark Metcalfe

Defending champs Penrith Panthers are sitting just two wins away from making rugby league history - winning four consecutive premierships, a feat that has never been achieved during the NRL era.

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But standing in their way is an extremely resilient Cronulla Sharks side who have been on a rollercoaster ride all season long. With questions floating around about the Cronulla's ability to hold it down with the big boys come finals time, Penrith are the clear favourites - but that won't upset the Sharks.

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