LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
The NRL draw for 2025 has been released, and it's time to mark your calendars with the best rugby league dates of the season ahead.
If we had to pick just one game from each round, which matchups would stand out as the cream of the crop?
Round 1 kicks off with a bang as the Penrith Panthers take on the Cronulla Sharks at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Sunday, March 2 at 3:30pm.
While the Rabbitohs and Dolphins clash was tempting, the showdown between two top-four teams on the other side of the world is hard to resist.
In Round 2, the Penrith Panthers face off against the Sydney Roosters at CommBank Stadium in Parramatta on Friday, March 14 at 8pm.
The Panthers, as the defending premiers, are expected to shine in this match and throughout the season, despite the Roosters grappling with injuries.
Other competitive matchups to watch out for include the Dragons versus the Rabbitohs, Knights versus the Dolphins, and the Cowboys taking on the Sharks.
It's shaping up to be a thrilling season filled with fierce competition and unforgettable moments on the rugby league field.