At Robina, in front of 11,740 fans, the Cowboys got the response coach Todd Payten wanted after he labelled last week the club’s “darkest day”. The Cowboys legend’s previous try was week one of the finals series in 2022. Shocking errors and defence by the Titans all but handed Cowboys second-rower Luki a try on the cusp of halftime. Sami equalled “The Don” after halftime with his second try of the night after Purdue’s infringement. After Purdue’s magic, Luki scored his second try of the night to secure a crucial win.