LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
The Penrith Panthers are on a high, having secured their third minor premiership in four years.
Now, they have their sights set on a rare feat - becoming the first team since Parramatta in 1981-82-83 to win three titles in a row.
The Panthers' confidence is soaring after their dominant Round 27 victory over the Cowboys.
Despite the absence of five-eighth Jarome Luai, they seamlessly filled the gap with replacement player Jack Cogger.
On the other hand, the Warriors took a different approach, resting several key players and suffering a defeat against the Dolphins.
This loss halted their momentum from a seven-game winning streak.
However, with their star players back in action, the Warriors believe they have a chance for an upset in their first finals match in five years.
Unfortunately, they face a daunting challenge as they have lost their last seven games against the Panthers.
With the weight of history and a raucous BlueBet Stadium against them, the Warriors will need to dig deep if they hope to derail the Panthers juggernaut.