LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
The Dolphins will be packing their bags and heading up to the foot of the Blue Mountains to take on the reigning premiers, the Panthers, in what promises to be a blockbuster showdown this Sunday at 2 pm.
Both teams are set to unleash their star players back into the mix, adding an extra layer of spice to this top-eight battle.
Fresh off their victory against the Rabbitohs in round 19, the Dolphins are making three changes to their lineup.
Speedster Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow is back at fullback after his State of Origin duties, while Felise Kaufusi steps in for the injured Euan Aitken in the second row, marking his impressive 200th NRL appearance.
Unfortunately, Aitken is set to sit out the rest of the season with a torn pectoral muscle.
Head Coach Wayne Bennett is also keen to inject Trai Fuller's dynamic play off the bench.
The Panthers, on the other hand, will be boosted by the return of co-captain Nathan Cleary, who has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since Round 10.
With the likes of Jarome Luai, Brian To'o, and Liam Martin in the reserves, there's a chance they could feature in Sunday's clash.
However, Isaah Yeo and Dylan Edwards will be given a breather for Round 20.
Sitting comfortably in second place on the ladder, the Panthers hold a four-point and two-win lead over the Dolphins, who are currently in sixth position.
Following their impressive win over the Rabbitohs, the Dolphins are looking to notch up their sixth away victory of the season.
With a well-deserved 10-day break, they'll be well-rested and raring to go against the Panthers, who are coming off a bye week.
While a win for the Panthers won't see them leapfrog the Storm to the top of the ladder, a Dolphins triumph could see them climb up the ranks, especially if other results go their way in Round 20.
This clash is primed to be a thrilling battle with the potential to shake up the top eight standings as the season unfolds.