Updated NRL Team List: Round 26
Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has updated his squad for Thursday night’s Round 26 clash against the Bulldogs at Accor Stadium.
Cleary has opted to rest 16 players in the penultimate round of the NRL season, providing an opportunity for several rising talents.
Sione Fonua, David Fale, Zac Lipowicz and Billy Phillips will make their NRL debuts, while Austin Dias and Riley Price will make their club debuts.
2024 Club Person of the Year Matt Eisenhuth will captain the side, with Brad Schneider named at halfback.
The Panthers will wear the 2025 Home Jersey for the match.
Match: Bulldogs v Panthers
Round 26 -
home Team
Bulldogs
3rd Position
away Team
Panthers
7th Position
Venue: Accor Stadium, Sydney
1. Daine LAURIE - sponsored by Zenn Ability
2. Jesse McLEAN - sponsored by Protech Locksmiths
3. Sione FONUA - sponsored by CC Tyres
4. David FALE - sponsored by Granville Plastamasta
5. Paul ALAMOTI - sponsored by Casella Express
6. Jack COLE - sponsored by Penrith City Tyres & Auto
7. Brad SCHNEIDER - sponsored by Wisdom Dental & Denture Clinic
8. Luron PATEA - sponsored by Gourmet Meat Company
9. Luke SOMMERTON - sponsored by Potter Automotive
10. Austin DIAS - sponsored by Eather Group
11. Zac LIPOWICZ - sponsored by Café at Lewers
12. Mavrik GEYER - sponsored by Uphire
13. Matt EISENHUTH (c) - sponsored by Wright Way Plumbing & Civil
14. Soni LUKE - sponsored by Montana Signs
15. Preston RIKI - sponsored by Chemtools
16. Riley PRICE - sponsored by Loan Talk Home Loans
17. Billy PHILLIPS - sponsored by Hertz
18. Billy SCOTT - sponsored by We Love Kitchen
22. Jaxen EDGAR - sponsored by Kennect Electrical
