Growing up on the Queensland coast as the youngest of four boys, Harry Grant's parents knew he had enough "mongrel" in him to tackle any challenge on or off the footy field.

More experience, more confidence, and some crucial positional moves are the reasons Melbourne Storm’s key playmakers believe they are better equipped to not only progress to the NRL grand final but win it.

Melbourne owner and chair Matt Tripp has outlined plans for Harry Grant to finish his career at the Storm as the club captain prepares to celebrate his 100th first grade game by leading his side into a grand final qualifier.

The NRL grand final has arrived for 2024, with the Storm and Panthers to do battle in Sydney. Notably, the two teams faced off in the decider in 2020, with Melbourne emerging victorious after a dominant first-half performance.