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NRL Late Mail: Round 1

Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has finalised his squad for the 2025 NRL season-opening clash with Cronulla Sharks in Las Vegas.

The Panthers will line up 1-17 in the USA, with Brad Schneider the 18th man.

Isaiah Papali'i becomes Panther No. 627, making his club debut from the bench at Allegiant Stadium.

Late Mail brought to you by Montana Signs

The Panthers will wear the 2025 alternate jersey for the match at Allegiant Stadium. The striking, black-and-gold kit pays tribute to the club's six premiership triumphs.

Win a signed and framed 2025 alternate jersey

1. Dylan EDWARDS - sponsored by Zenn Ability
2. Casey McLEAN - sponsored by Protech Locksmiths
3. Izack TAGO - sponsored by CC Tyres
4. Luke GARNER - sponsored by Granville Plastamasta
5. Paul ALAMOTI - sponsored by Casella Express
6. Jack COLE - sponsored by Penrith City Tyres & Auto
7. Nathan CLEARY (c) - sponsored by Wisdom Dental & Denture Clinic
8. Moses LEOTA - sponsored by Gourmet Meat Company
9. Mitch KENNY - sponsored by Potter Automotive
10. Lindsay SMITH - sponsored by Eather Group
11. Scott SORENSEN - sponsored by Café at Lewers
12. Liam MARTIN - sponsored by Uphire
13. Isaah YEO (c) - sponsored by Wright Way Plumbing & Civil

14. Daine LAURIE - sponsored by Montana Signs
15. Isaiah PAPALI'I - sponsored by Chemtools
16. Matt EISENHUTH - sponsored by Loan Talk Home Loans
17. Luron PATEA - sponsored by Hertz

18. Brad SCHNEIDER - sponsored by We Love Kitchen

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Acknowledgement of Country

Penrith Panthers players and staff respect and honour the traditional custodians of the land and pay our respects to their elders past, present and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on.