LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The live blog coverage of the Wests Tigers vs.
Knights and Dolphins vs.
Rabbitohs matches began with excitement as both games marked the start of the NRL season for these teams.
The Wests Tigers, led by new captain Jarome Luai, were eager to break their streak of three consecutive wooden spoons.
Luai, making his debut in Tigers colors after recovering from a leg injury, was joined by other new signings such as Sunia Turuva, Terrell May, Jack Bird, Jeral Skelton, and Royce Hunt.
The Knights, perennial finalists in recent years, aimed to secure their third premiership but faced tough competition from the Tigers.
The game kicked off at Campbelltown in front of a passionate home crowd, setting the stage for an intense battle between the two teams.
Meanwhile, at Suncorp Stadium, the Dolphins took on the Rabbitohs in a highly anticipated match.
The showdown between supercoach Wayne Bennett and Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf added an extra layer of intrigue to the game.
Despite missing key players like Latrell Mitchell, Cameron Murray, and Campbell Graham, the Rabbitohs were determined to make a strong start to the season under Bennett's guidance.
The Dolphins, led by new skipper Tom Gilbert, were also ready to prove themselves against the more experienced Rabbitohs.
The match was expected to be a thrilling encounter between two talented teams.
Overall, the opening night of NRL action promised to be filled with excitement and high-stakes competition.
Fans eagerly followed the live updates on nrl.com.au as the Wests Tigers, Knights, Dolphins, and Rabbitohs battled it out on the field.
With new faces and familiar stars taking center stage, the stage was set for an unforgettable night of rugby league action.