With the Magic Round schedule revealed and the NRL draw just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to look back on Nathan Cleary’s remarkable Magic Round record.
The Panthers will take on the Dragons in the final Magic Round showdown of 2026 on Sunday, May 17. All eyes will be on Nathan Cleary, who’ll be looking to add to his incredible Magic Round tally of 62 points - the most by any player in the event’s history.
In last year’s Magic Round, the Panthers rediscovered their blistering best with a 32-8 triumph over the Brisbane Broncos. Nathan Cleary was at the heart of it all, producing a try, a try assist, a 40/20, and slotting six goals from six attempts, a performance reminiscent of his 2023 Grand Final heroics.
"We've seen that before"
Among Cleary’s standout Magic Round moments was his 28-point blitz against the Titans in 2021, still the highest individual tally in Magic Round history. He bagged a double inside 17 minutes in what was one of his most commanding NRL performances.
Cleary secures hat-trick with the final try of the match
In a mouth-watering 2023 Magic Round headline clash, Cleary steered his side to a commanding 32-6 victory over ladder leaders Melbourne Storm. He showcased a strong running game, racking up 155 metres from 27 runs, along with a try assist and a perfect six goals from six attempts.
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