Nathan Cleary’s return from injury has played a significant role in the Penrith Panthers’ run to the NRL Grand Final. Despite concerns about a hamstring and shoulder injury during the season, Cleary performed exceptionally in the finals, including a key performance against Cronulla in the preliminary final where he contributed to a dominant 26-6 victory. His ability to play through pain, as demonstrated in previous seasons, further highlights his resilience and importance to Penrith’s chances​(

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Cleary’s impact on the team has been massive in their recent premiership runs. His ability to control the game, especially in high-pressure situations, makes him a pivotal figure for the Panthers. His return to fitness, even if not at 100%, likely strengthens Penrith’s chances against Melbourne in the grand final​(

). However, his fitness will be crucial as Melbourne’s strong forward pack can exploit any physical vulnerability.

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