Panthers and Bulldogs Clash in Must-Watch NRL Showdown
The Penrith Panthers, fresh off a dominant run, face the Bulldogs in a pivotal Round 17 clash. This match at CommBank Stadium marks a key moment for both teams as they vie for premiership contention, especially during the Beanie For Brain Cancer Round.
Early Game Drama
The opening minutes saw immediate action. A short side grubber from Matt Burton led to a forced in-goal, while a head injury assessment sidelined Bulldogs prop Daniel Suluka-Fifita in the first tackle.
Nathan Cleary is confirmed as fit to play, and the Panthers’ key Origin players are ready to go.
Injury Update
A recent video provides injury updates from Cleary. Here’s the video update:
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Cleary gives an update on his injury
Team Lineups and Late Changes
The Panthers see Luke Garner starting, with Isaiah Papalii moving to the bench. Stephen Crichton, Max King, Kurt Mann, and Matt Burton return for the Bulldogs, with Jacob Kiraz on the wing.
Marcelo Montoya is set to make his 150th NRL appearance.
Key Match Facts
- The Panthers have a seven-game winning streak against the Bulldogs.
- Luke Garner has been impressive, scoring seven tries in his last eight games against the Bulldogs.
- The Bulldogs have won only one of their recent four games at CommBank Stadium.
- Thomas Jenkins has an excellent try-scoring record, with eight tries in his past six games.
The Penrith Panthers have won their last seven games against the Bulldogs, suggesting a strong historical advantage.
This match is a key test for the Bulldogs, who aim to improve their standing against a top-tier opponent.
