Knights skipper Kalyn Ponga couldn't hide his emotions after a disappointing finals exit.

Knights skipper Kalyn Ponga couldn't hide his emotions after a disappointing finals exit.

Knights skipper Kalyn Ponga couldn't hide his emotions after a disappointing finals exit.

Knights skipper Kalyn Ponga couldn't hide his emotions after a disappointing finals exit.

Knights star Kalyn Ponga was the best afield in his side’s heart-breaking

Knights fullback Kalyn Ponga produced a smart piece of play to set up the first try for his side.

Knights fullback Kalyn Ponga produced a smart piece of play to set up the first try for his side.

Knights fullback Kalyn Ponga produced a smart piece of play to set up the first try for his side.

Knights fullback Kalyn Ponga produced a smart piece of play to set up the first try for his side.

Newcastle Knights coach Adam O'Brien praises his team after brutal early finals exit.