LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
The NSW Cup Panthers put on a clinic as they demolished the Bulldogs in a classic showdown.
The traditional rivals, the Sydney Roosters and South Sydney Rabbitohs, got the ball rolling for Round Three of The Knock-On Effect NSW Cup.
The action-packed weekend will feature two thrilling games on Saturday, including the Bulldogs v Panthers match live on Fox League, and the Raiders v Warriors clash on NSWRL TV.
The excitement doesn't stop there, with three more games lined up for Sunday.
It was a fiery encounter at Allianz Stadium as the South Sydney Rabbitohs secured their first win of The Knock-On Effect NSW Cup season with an impressive 28-12 victory over local rivals, the Sydney Roosters.
The Bunnies came out swinging in this intense local derby, applying relentless pressure on the Roosters' defence from the get-go.
Halfback Lachlan Ilias orchestrated a slick play that saw him deliver a perfect cut-out pass to Izaac Tu'itupou Thompson, who bulldozed his way over the line to put the first points on the board.
The conversion attempt went wide, leaving the score at 4-0 in favor of the Rabbitohs.
Souths continued to dominate at Allianz Stadium, showcasing their class with some exquisite passing along the right edge.
Ilias once again pulled the strings, setting up his fullback Jye Gray who then offloaded to Richard Kennar for an easy try.
Ilias nailed the conversion, extending the Rabbitohs' lead to 10-0 in a display of their attacking prowess.
The NSW Cup Panthers will be looking to emulate the Rabbitohs' commanding performance as they gear up to face their rivals in what promises to be a thrilling contest.
Fans can expect a showdown filled with bone-crunching tackles, lightning-quick plays, and heart-stopping moments as the Panthers look to stamp their authority on the competition.
The stage is set for an epic battle as the Panthers aim to leave their mark on The Knock-On Effect NSW Cup.