LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
G'day footy fans! The latest scoop from cowboys.com.au has just dropped, revealing the matchups for Round 1 of the 2025 NRL season.
And let me tell you, it's shaping up to be an absolute ripper!
First up, we've got the Melbourne Storm, who have been on a bloody impressive run of undefeated Round 1 games ever since Craig Bellamy took the reins back in 2003.
Will they keep the streak alive against the Eels? Only time will tell.
Then we've got the defending champs, Penrith Panthers, gunning for their fifth straight premiership.
They'll be taking on the Sharks in Sin City itself, Las Vegas.
The Panthers will be looking to kick off their title defense with a bang, but the Sharks won't be pushovers.
And how about them Wests Tigers, eh? They've got Jarome Luai leading the charge in a new era for the club, facing off against the Knights.
It's sure to be a fierce battle between these two squads.
NRL.com has given us the lowdown on all the matchups, kicking off on March 2 at Allegiant Stadium in Vegas and wrapping up with the Storm hosting the Eels.
Keep an eye out for the clash between the Warriors and the Raiders, with Kiwi teammates James Fisher-Harris and Joseph Tapine going head-to-head.
The Panthers will then take on the Sharks in what promises to be a cracking game.
Superstar halves Nathan Cleary and Nicho Hynes will be pulling out all the stops in their quest for victory.
So grab a cold one, settle in, and get ready for some top-quality footy action in Round 1 of the NRL season.
It's gonna be a beauty, mate!