LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The Newcastle Knights are gearing up to take on South Sydney at Magic Round in 2025, where 16 clubs will come together at Suncorp Stadium for a football extravaganza like no other.
Since its inception in 2019, Magic Round has become a standout event in the NRL season, and 2025 will be no different as all games in Round 9 will be played in the heart of Queensland rugby league.
After missing out on Magic Round last year, the Dragons are back and will face off against the Wests Tigers in an intriguing Saturday afternoon clash.
This will be followed by a highly anticipated matchup between reigning champions Penrith and their 2023 grand final opponents, Brisbane.
The action kicks off on Friday when Sharks coach Craig Fitzgibbon goes head-to-head with his former teammate Jason Ryles.
The weekend will come to a close with the Storm-Raiders showdown, featuring old mates turned rivals Craig Bellamy and Ricky Stuart.
Magic Round promises as much excitement off the field as on it.
The Sharks, coming off a thrilling victory over the Roosters in last season's Magic Round, will be looking to repeat their success as they start off this year's festival at Suncorp Stadium against the Eels.
Expect a fierce battle between former NSW and Australian teammates turned rival coaches Fitzgibbon and Ryles.
Meanwhile, the Dolphins, undefeated in their first two NRL seasons at Magic Round, will aim to continue their winning streak when they face the Roosters in a primetime match-up.
The Roosters, looking for redemption after last season's defeat, have a history of high-scoring games at this event, so fans can expect an entertaining showdown.