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match review
AWESOME PAWSOME: PENRITH MAKES
TROY DODDS
The last time a team won four consecutive titles, Penrith weren't even in the first grade competition yet.
And while it may be true that the incredible 11 titles in a row won by St George from 1956 to 1966 will never be repeated, this Penrith Panthers team of the 2020s is determined to give it a shake.
The Panthers won their fourth straight Grand Final on Sunday night, downing Melbourne 14-6 at Accor Stadium
A brutal opening stanza
There was no way in the world that Penrith were going to get blown away in the opening 20 minutes like they did against the same team in 2020.
And Melbourne knew that would be Penrith's response.
It sparked an intense opening quarter to the game, with no points scored and both sides testing each other out in defence.
The Panthers went straight through the front door, opting to take advantage of Nelson Asofa-Solomona's absence and the side's advantage in the forwards.
But for the first time in Penrith’s Premiership run, they conceded the first try. Harry Grant barged over in the 22nd minute to open up the game.
The Panthers gained the ascendency quickly however, dominating the period towards half-time with Sunia Turuva and Liam Martin scoring to give Penrith a 10-6 lead at the break.
Martin's try was a beauty - a non-Penrith play that even Ivan Cleary conceded his team hadn't executed before.
Alamoti owns the moment
In all this talk of a four-peat, Paul Alamoti was aiming for his first Premiership ring.
And there is something of an irony in his spectacular 60th minute try, which proved to be among the game's key moments.
Alamoti may not have been in first grade had Taylan May been able to keep out of trouble. But as May likely pondered missed opportunities and what could have been, Alamoti dove for the try-line in incredible fashion to plant the ball down and give Penrith a two-score lead.
Not long before, the Storm had come excruciatingly close to scoring a try of their own, with Jack Howarth held up over the line.
As the clock ticked, Penrith stood tallest in a battle of attrition. Liam Martin and Isaah Yeo, on tired legs, produced inspiring runs to keep the momentum with the Panthers.
The Storm had their chances late, but the Panthers had done enough.
A fitting defeat of a fellow champion
Melbourne is likely tired of hearing about how their 2020 Premiership win sparked this period of success for Penrith and the game's first four-peat in more than half a century.
But it can't be denied that it's true, and the Panthers were determined to gain retribution for that October night five years ago.
“It feels like it validates everything we’ve done and what we’ve tried to become,” Panthers coach Ivan Cleary said.
Storm coach Craig Bellamy was full of praise for Penrith.
“They’re relentless in what they plan to do,” he said.
“We got a little bit off the beaten track tonight and we paid the price for it.
“We just didn’t get into our plan for long enough periods. At the end of the day it’s not an excuse, they were too good for us tonight.
“We probably weren’t prepared to go as far as they did with our game plan.”
The Last Ride may just have an encore
Penrith co-captain Nathan Cleary has fired a warning shot to the competition, declaring his side remains hungry for more success after claiming a fourth straight title.
“It’s honestly crazy,” Cleary said post-game.
“It’s such a great feeling. It’s just addictive. It’s the best.
“It’s hard but you’ve got to pay the price for success and you’ve got to pay the price even moreso to stay at the top.”
Cleary said he couldn’t separate the four titles he’s now guided his beloved Panthers to.
“The first time was a bit more relief. This one is just mind-blowing that we’ve been able to do this,” he said.
“The cool thing is all of them have been so different.
“That was extremely hard, just trying to catch your breath. I was just so proud of us as a group. Our defence probably wasn’t where we wanted it to be during the year but in the big games we turned up.”
And what would he have said if you told him back in 2021 that the victory over Souths in that Grand Final was just the beginning?
“I would have said you were mad to be honest,” he said.
“There was definitely belief there but it has exceeded all dreams and expectations.
“The beauty of it has been staying present through the lot, just enjoying the journey that we’re on. It’s been an incredible ride.”
Harry Grant scores for Melbourne. Photo: NRL Photos.
Paul Alamoti scores a game-sealing try. Photo: NRL Photos.
HISTORY IN EPIC GRAND FINAL CLASH
Sunia Turuva scores Penrith’s first try. Photo: NRL Photos.
Panthers fans cheer in huge numbers at Accor Stadium. Photo: NRL Photos.
Nathan Cleary prepares for one of the biggest games of the year. Photo: NRL Photos.
PINK PANTHERS DOMINATE GRANDEST
They are the memories that will last a lifetime. Wearing their pink jersey, the Penrith Panthers produced a stunning 14-6 win over Melbourne in last Sunday's
The Cleary family celebrate post-game.
Moses Leota had another huge game in the Grand Final.
Sunia Turuva with ball in hand.
Just a champion and his trophy.
The siren sounds, and the Panthers are champs again.
Isaah Yeo with the NRL trophy.
Nelson Asofa-Solomona consoles Storm captain Harry Grant.
FINALE TO SEASON
James Fisher-Harris in his last game for Penrith.
A post-game tradition: Ivan Cleary is drenched.
Jarome Luai fights for every metre. Count ‘em, Romey!
A final embrace: Jarome Luai and Nathan Cleary.
Dylan Edwards salutes fans, with his two daughters in tow.
The Panthers celebrate in the dressing sheds.
A NIGHT WE WON’T FORGET: WHO SAID
We’ve collected some of the best postmatch comments from Sunday’s historic NRL Grand Final between the Penrith Panthers and Melbourne Storm. Here’s what the key people said:
“We are seeing something very special. What a club. What a team. Everyone involved with this club, it’s absolutely incredible!”
Eighth Immortal, Andrew Johns
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“Their greatness only grows. They have now done something that hasn’t been achieved since the St George Dragons of the ‘50s and ‘60s – the greatest team that ever took the field! And to do something that can be compared to the St George Dragons is rugby league’s equivalent of reaching up and touching the face of God. We have seen something we might never see again.”
Triple M commentator, Dan Ginnane
“What a team! They’re a team full of Champions but they’re a Champion team. They do it together and they do it for their community. Four in a row… wow!”
QLD coach, Billy Slater
“This is history. A rich piece of rugby league history.”
WWOS
commentator, Mat Thompson
“The Penrith Panthers are not only a fit side, but they’re a mentally tough side.”
NRL legend Cameron Smith
“I thought Penrith’s key players played better than the Storm’s key players… I think in the end, that was the difference between the two teams.”
Greg Alexander on SEN 1170
“This is so surreal. I want to congratulate the Storm on a fantastic year. I have the utmost respect for you guys, you are just there every year. To our boys, I love you so much. It just shows the character we have to dig deep. And to all you guys, the fans, I just love you, guys. Thank you so much. We do it for you. We do it for Penrith!”
“I left on a good note, bro. I left on a good note… No one is going to do this again.”
Jarome Luai to Brad Fittler
Clive Churchill Medallist, Liam Martin
WHAT AFTER GF VICTORY
“It was a tough game. They’re a great team and they’ve been the best the last couple of years for a reason. They are so hard to beat. You need to be on your game for the full 80 to beat them and if you’re not, they’re too good and they showed that tonight.”
Dally M Medallist, Jahrome Hughes
“This feeling is addictive. It’s the best!” - Panthers co-captain Nathan Cleary
“I think we can finally say the Jarome Luai and Nathan Cleary combination is the best 6 and 7 we’ve seen in the history of the game. They’ve played 90 games together, won 78 and four premierships.”
Mark Geyer on Triple M
“I thought last year was good, but this is unbelievable. We came into this game as underdogs, we had a bit of a chip on our shoulder, they beat us a couple of times throughout the year but to beat them on the big stage, there’s nothing better.” Panthers forward Luke Garner
“Nathan Cleary and Jarome Luai are the greatest halves combination the game has seen.”
Eighth Immortal, Andrew Johns
“That’s the side they are… they suffocate teams and they’ve done that extremely well over the last few years like Craig [Bellamy] said, ‘they know their strengths and they just stick to them’.”
Storm captain Harry Grant
“I’ve just been looking at a few of the boys with four rings on their hands and I’m like, ‘how did this happen?’.” Panthers coach Ivan Cleary
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the clive churchill medal
MARTO’S HEROICS ON BIGGEST STAGE
TROY DODDS
Liam Martin says it’s a dream come true to win the Clive Churchill Medal after his standout performance in last Sunday's Grand Final.
Martin scored a try, made 46 tackles and proved an annoyance to Melbourne all night in one of the great forward performances in a decider.
“It means everything. It’s what you dream of,” Martin said.
“It’s just so surreal at the moment. It hasn’t really sunk in.”
Martin said he found something extra in the tank in the second half as a fourth Premiership ring edged closer.
“I was gone, I was busted,” he said.
“I think everyone was out on their feet but we just kept turning up for each other. It's just the character of this team, we just keep turning up for each other.”
Panthers coach Ivan Cleary said it was a terrific performance on the biggest stage.
“Marto is the epitome of a big game player. The bigger the game the better he goes,” he said.
“Just some huge plays tonight. He was out on his feet in that second half but he just kept finding something.
“He is just all effort and all action, and more than that, it’s skill too. He just continually turns up when you need him.”
Captain Nathan Cleary said he thinks he's
uncovered the secret to Martin's stand-out performance.
“I actually saw him during the week doing
weights and he's barely done weights all year so I thought he must be on one, he must be ready to go,” he joked.
"I've been playing with Marto since we were 17 so to see him come this far – I’m pretty proud of him."
Liam Martin accepts the Clive Churchill Medal. Photo: NRL Photos.
PENRITH PANTHERS 2024
New Kangaroos captain and four-time Premiership winner Isaah Yeo has capped off the season of his life, winning the Merv Cartwright Medal for the third time in his career.
The 29-year-old Panthers co-captain and father of three was named the club’s Player of the Year for the second consecutive season following an enormous campaign that saw him play an eye-watering 25 games for Penrith and win a State of Origin series for NSW as vice-captain.
Across the 2024 season, Yeo scored two tries, made 945 tackles, had 74 tackle breaks, 29 offloads and averaged 165 running metres per game for the Panthers.
Earlier in the night, the inspirational lock also secured the Members Player of the Year.
Yeo paid tribute to his partner Ash on stage.
“Dylan Edwards is one of my close mates and I’ve learned a lot of lessons from him and one of them is don’t forget your partner on a night like this, so to Ash, my fiancé, I want to say thank you so much,” he said.
“As we all know, I’m a bit of a box ticker. I can be very selfish with my preparation. I have a little family and, particularly on those nights before games, she does a lot of work and I’m very grateful to her.”
The Merv Cartwright Medal was held last Tuesday night at the Western Sydney Conference Centre in Penrith.
Other big winners during the evening included popular interchange forward Liam
Henry, who took home the Ben Alexander Rookie of the Year award after playing a whopping 24 games this season.
Tough three-time Premiership-winning hooker Mitch Kenny was named as the winner of the John Farragher Award for Courage and Determination.
Panthers CEO Matt Cameron awarded newly re-signed Penrith forward Matt Eisenhuth the Club Person of the Year for his reliability, hard work and selfless attitude.
“I’m a bit lost for words,” Eisenhuth said on stage.
“It’s such an honour, to be honest.”
Fans voted Dylan Edwards’ solo effort against the Sydney Roosters in Round 4 as the Try of the Year.
Departing fullback Isaiah Iongi took out NSW Cup Player of the Year before he joins the Eels next season, while promising young back Nick Murphy was named the Jersey Flegg Player of the Year for 2024.
Isaah Yeo.
It was in the 72nd minute of the game when I believe Liam Martin won the Clive Churchill Medal as the best player in the 2024 NRL Grand Final.
It was a popular choice with few arguing the decision, especially his teammates who all celebrated the moment with him seconds after the announcement.
So, what did he do to in the 72nd minute which was so pivotal?
Leap high and defuse a bomb?
Run a perfect line and score a try to give the Panthers an 8-6 lead?
Make a 20-metre run and bust seven tackles?
Or was that when he helped Nathan Cleary, Paul Alamoti and Izack Tago tackle Storm youngster Jack Howarth over the sideline after the Panthers had just repelled Melbourne for 18 consecutive tackles?
No, in fact, he wasn’t involved in that tackle. He tried but he was just too tired to get there in time to assist.
He was so tired that he didn’t even have the energy to celebrate the great try saving moment, even as Dylan Edwards and Lindsay Smith ran over to congratulate their teammates.
Edwards looked over and saw Martin with his hands on his knees, bent over barely able to take a breath and with a look of concern, he yelled at
For the next eight minutes, Martin kept turning up. Kept his legs moving and made tackle after tackle pushing himself to get back into the defensive line.
He even made a few runs into the Storm defence.
When the final siren sounded no player was probably more relieved than Liam Martin.
As tired as he was, he probably would have kept going for another eight minutes if he had to.
When asked by a journalist after the game just
playing with Marto since we were 17. So to see him come this far, I’m pretty proud of him. He definitely showed up tonight”
A proud coach Ivan Cleary also had some choice words to say about his fiery secondrower.
“Marto is the epitome of the big game player, the bigger the game, the better he goes,” he said.
“He made some huge plays today, he was out on his feet but he just kept finding something.
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“It’s just the way he plays, all effort, all action… he continues to turn up when we need him.”
Marto will always turn up when he’s needed especially for his coach and his teammates, who
He doesn’t do it for himself or for the glory.
This time, the medal around his neck… well
Enjoy the off-season and I’ll look forward to
Liam Martin had an epic game in the Grand Final. Photo: NRL Photos.
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panther rumblings
PANTHERS PARTY AFTER BIG WIN
! Panthers party hard: Panthers players didn't arrive back at the Leagues Club until around 2am on Monday morning, after spending several hours soaking up their Grand Final triumph at Accor Stadium. The crowd that greeted them back at the club was arguably bigger than the 2022 and 2023 nights. The players continued on to party with friends, family and key sponsors in a private function at the EVAN Theatre until the sun came up, with the celebrations continuing in a more subdued manner at the Panthers Academy the next day – with most players spotted sporting a fresh change of clothes. A boat trip in Sydney was also on the agenda. On Wednesday, the players gathered at The Backyard in the Leagues Club – presented to thousands of adoring fans who turned up to join the celebrations.
! Tastes like a four-peat: Tooheys produced a specially labelled beer to celebrate Penrith's four-peat success and victory over Melbourne in last Sunday's Grand Final. Players and officials were spotted drinking the Tooheys New bottles as part of their celebrations last Sunday night. No word yet on if there will be a public release of the special label.
! Rusty rides again: Talking of commemorative beers, Penrith brewery Rusty Penny is taking pre-orders for its 2024 Premiers Lager. The special beer follows the same design as the previous three seasons, and is available in four-packs for $25.
! Smith's shock selection: There's not too many traditional bolters in representative teams these days, with leaks and the 24/7 nature of rugby league meaning there's very few surprises. But Lindsay Smith's selection in the Kangaroos team certainly surprised many on Monday, not that he'll let anyone down.
He had a sensational Grand Final and just proves that the production line at Penrith is continuing along nicely. It was also wonderful to see Isaah Yeo named Australian captain, while Dylan Edwards and Liam Martin were also named in the Kangaroos squad for the upcoming Pacific Championship. There was no sign of Nathan Cleary, who will undergo shoulder surgery in an effort to be back in time for the pre-season.
! World Club Challenge all but gone: Penrith are adamant they won't be able to fit the World Club Challenge into their schedule next season, given so many players are involved in the Pacific Championships and the side has to travel to Las Vegas in late February. The NRL is looking at various avenues, hopeful of saving the game, but it appears very unlikely – with CEO Brian Fletcher all but ruling out the game going ahead earlier in the week.
! Brandy loses 91 mementos: Panthers legend Greg Alexander has misplaced his 1991 Grand Final jersey, and the medal he received on the day (before the days of Premiership rings). Brandy was sure he had it in storage somewhere – but hasn’t been able to track either of the cherished momentos down.
! Fox joins the party: Olympic Gold Medal hero Jessica Fox was front and centre for Penrith's Grand Final celebrations on Sunday. She was on the field post-game and then joined the players in the dressing room to celebrate the incredible triumph. She even got to test out Isaah Yeo's four Premiership rings (pictured below). Fox continued to party with the players at the EVAN Theatre function into the early hours of the morning.
! Shop bungle: Many Panthers fans thought they’d landed on a massive bargain on Sunday night when Premiers merchandise appeared on the club’s online shop with massive discounts. Turns out it was a technical error and the orders were refunded, with a discount offered as an apology.
! Spotted: Jarome Luai scoring an extra steak at the Merv Cartwright Medal.
! Signing off: That’s it from me this year. It’s been fun bringing you all the bits and pieces each week from Pantherland, and I’m happy to report that I’ll be back in 2025.
Fans gather to congratulate the team on Wednesday. Photo: Melinda Jane.
season review
A YEAR TO REMEMBER AS PANTHERS
This Penrith Panthers team pencilled its name in as all-time champions when they went back-to-back in 2021-22, and then went over it with permanent marker in 2023.
After winning a fourth straight Premiership in 2024, an engraver has been called in.
This Penrith team are history makers, the first team to win four straight titles since the mighty St George Dragons of the 1950s and 1960s. Here’s how the season unfolded...
February
The World Club Challenge is marred in controversy on February 25 with several key refereeing decisions in the spotlight after Wigan’s 16-12 win over Penrith at DW Stadium.
The Warriors’ victory will forever be remembered for a number of howlers that left fans bewildered, including a last minute video referee decision that robbed Taylan May of a potential match-winning try.
March
Penrith fail to score a point in the opening round of the season, going down 8-0 to eventual Grand Final opponents Melbourne. However, the Panthers bounce back to win their next three straight with victories over Parramatta, Brisbane and the Roosters.
April
Penrith go down to a red hot Manly 32-18 at Brookvale, but return from a bye to defeat the Tigers in Bathurst and the Cowboys in Townsville.
The rugby league world is shaken by news that three-time Premiership winner James Fisher-Harris has been granted a release by Penrith to join the Warriors in 2025.
“Fish has been exceptional for the Panthers, both on and off the field,” Panthers coach Ivan Cleary said.
“The leadership and cultural impact he has displayed since coming into first grade has been outstanding. He’s evolved into one of the game’s elite players, and coaching him has been a pleasure.”
May
The Panthers are rattled by domestic violence allegations against star centre Taylan May on the eve of their clash with the Warriors at Magic Round. May is eventually stood down after being charged.
On the field, Penrith thrash the Rabbitohs and Sharks and get past the Bulldogs, but Magic Round falls flat when the Warriors win 22-20.
Dylan Edwards is named at fullback for New South Wales in a major State of Origin shake-up, but is later ruled out of the opening game of the series.
Nathan Cleary is ruled out for two months with a hamstring injury, and will also miss the Origin series.
The Panthers find themselves in the hunt for David Fifita, who eventually joins the Roosters before backflipping and announcing he is staying at Gold Coast.
June
The Dragons upset Penrith 22-10 at BlueBet
Stadium, but the side bounces back to defeat Manly and Newcastle. After a Round 16 bye, the Panthers go down to the Cowboys at home.
Tyrone Peachey announces 2024 will be his final season in rugby league after a long and decorated career.
Nathan Cleary playing in the Grand Final. Photo: NRL Photos.
ENTER RUGBY LEAGUE IMMORTALITY
July
Nathan Cleary returns from injury to produce a miracle two point field goal in Penrith's heart-stopping 28-26 victory over the Dolphins at BlueBet Stadium.
The Panthers also record wins over Brisbane and St George-Illawarra.
Penrith players star in the State of Origin decider, as the Blues down Queensland 14-4.
Penrith puts to bed any suggestion of releasing Brian To’o after reports emerge the star centre is unsettled at the club.
And the club officially parts ways with wayward centre Taylan May.
August
The month it could have all fallen apart. The Panthers beat Newcastle, but are forced to produce one of the comebacks of the season to defeat the lowly Eels at CommBank Stadium.
The Panthers then suffer a 24-22 loss to Melbourne, with Nathan Cleary leaving the field with a shoulder injury – an issue that would dominate discussions for the rest of the season.
Hopes of a Home Final appear dashed when Canberra beat Penrith 22-18 in Round 25.
After an up-and-down month, Panthers coach Ivan Cleary questions his side’s desire to win a fourth straight title – a likely deliberate move to pump up his side.
“I totally believe we can win it. But we have to make a decision on whether we want to pay that price to win it,” Cleary said.
“At the moment there is probably a question mark around that.”
September
Results go Penrith’s way and a home Final is secured. The Warriors upset Cronulla and the Roosters stun Canberra in a weekend that falls perfectly for the Panthers.
The Panthers farewell Penrith Park in emotional scenes against the Titans in Round 27, recording an 18-12 win on a night full of memories.
Jane Scali returns to perform ‘Go The Mighty Panthers’ live, while the players wear a heritage 1967 jersey.
Penrith produce a dominant Finals run, beating the Roosters and Sharks on their way to a fifth straight Grand Final.
October
Penrith win a fourth straight title, defeating Melbourne 14-6 in a brutal Grand Final at Accor Stadium.
Liam Martin wins the prestigious Clive Churchill Medal after a stunning performance in the season decider.
Isaah Yeo is named to captain the Kangaroos, as Penrith players litter representative team announcements ahead of the Pacific Championships.
Yeo is also named the winner of the Merv Cartwright Medal for the third time, and the second consecutive year.
Yeo is also named winner of the Extra Time Player of the Year.
In a break from tradition, the players don’t hold a fan day the day after the Grand Final, instead gathering with supporters at a special event on Wednesday.
Jarome Luai played his final season with Penrith. Photo: NRL Photos.
extra time awards
CELEBRATING THE BEST OF THE BEST
Extra Time Player of the Year: Isaah Yeo Isaah Yeo well and truly did it all this year. In July, he vice-captained NSW to an Origin series win. In September, he became the most capped Panther of all-time, breaking Steve Carter’s 23-year record of games played. Last Sunday, he co-captained the Panthers to a fourth straight NRL Premiership. And in the coming weeks, Yeo will captain Australia – for the first time – at the Pacific Championships. As far as seasons go, this would have to be Yeo’s finest and most memorable. The 29-year-old played 25 games for the Panthers this year and he was up there with best on ground nearly every single week. Not only was he consistent in defence and attack all year, but the 2024 Dally M Lock of the Year led his team like the only way he knows how – with pure class and hard work. Congratulations, skip!
2023 winner: Stephen Crichton
Extra Time Rooke of the Year: Liam Henry
The boy from Blayney in the state’s central west entered the 2024 NRL season with a dream of just playing regular first grade footy, but he ended up finishing the year with an NRL Premiership ring on his finger. Prior to this season, the 23-year-old prop only played a handful of first grade games but, in season 2024, he would notch up an incredible 24 appearances – more than any other rookie that debuted for the Panthers this season. Throughout the year, Henry crossed the line twice, made 708 tackles (96.7 per cent efficiency), busted 26 tackles, and ran for an average of 88 metres per game. Last Sunday night, Henry capped off
the best year of his life as an NRL Premiership winner!
2023 winner: Sunia Turuva
Extra Time Win of the Year: v Eels, Round 23
A Friday night game against the secondlast placed Parramatta Eels in early August should’ve been a walk in the park for the defending Premiers, however it was far from that. The Panthers were on the brink of defeat
to their western Sydney rivals before seven minutes of utter brilliance changed everything. Down 14 points, Penrith produced a stunning comeback, grabbing three tries in the space of four minutes to beat the Eels 36-34 at CommBank Stadium. Nathan Cleary was superb in the comeback, while centre Izack Tago crossed for two tries, including the match winner.
2023 winner: v Broncos, Grand Final
Extra Time Moment of the Year: Farewell Penrith Park
It was an occasion we all knew would eventually come, but on Saturday, September 7, Panthers fans farewelled Penrith Park for the final time. While the last round match against the Gold Coast Titans was a rather lacklustre affair, it was all about farewelling the stadium in style. Not only did stadium sponsor BlueBet relinquish the naming rights for the occasion – bringing back Penrith Park for one final time –but the Panthers wore classic brown and white heritage jerseys throughout the match. Scores of Panthers players from the past were on hand, and even veteran Australian singer Jane Scali belted out ‘Go the Mighty Panthers’ on not one but two occasions live throughout the night. It was the perfect send off to a place that meant so much to so many.
2023 winner: Cleary’s 76th minute try
Extra Time Headline Event of the Year: Panthers win four straight Premierships
It might sound like a broken record, but you can’t go past Penrith’s fourth title in four years as the event of the year. When Penrith knocked off the Minor Premiership-winning Melbourne Storm 14-6 last Sunday night, they became the first club since the legendary St George Dragons of the ‘50s and ‘60s to win four in a row. On top of that, it was Penrith’s fifth consecutive NRL Grand Final – a feat still hard to comprehend in the modern game. The Panthers have now won six titles overall.
2023 winner: Panthers secure historic three-peat
Liam Henry is our Rookie of the Year. Photo: NRL Photos.
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