Cronulla Sharks fullback Ben Barba (pictured) believes the off field stability he’s been able to achieve has been a major factor in his return to from in the 2016 NRL season.

The 2012 Dally M medallist has struggled with form since leaving the Bulldogs at the end of the 2014 season but after linking with the Sharks following his departure from the Broncos in 2014, he’s started to show real glimpses of the talent that made him one of the leagues most exciting players.

Barba’s best form has come with his return to his favoured position of fullback for the Sharks but having stability at home and in his personal life has also been a major factor.