Here’s the latest on the 2026 NRL draw.
- The 2026 NRL and NRLW draws were released in mid-November 2025, outlining each team’s fixtures and rounds for the season. Several outlets highlighted that Penrith faced a very tough path, while other clubs had more favorable runs.[1][2][3]
- Key early-round details include the season opener in Las Vegas, with high-profile matches as round 1 fixtures, and notable rounds such as ANZAC Round around Round 8 with multiple big games.[6][7]
- For fans looking for a complete, official round-by-round schedule, the authoritative sources are the NRL’s published draws and PDFs, which include dates, venues, and any themed rounds or Indigenous rounds.[5][6]
If you’d like, I can pull the full round-by-round schedule for your team (e.g., Cowboys, Roosters, etc.) or create a concise calendar view for quick reference. Also, I can summarize which rounds have home games near Dallas-area fans or travel-friendly windows if you’re planning to attend in person.[3][1]
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While it is horror news for Penrith, one team has emerged as a big winner of the NRL’s 2026 draw.
7news.com.auFri 20 Mar 8:00PM at AAMI Park, Melbourne / Wurundjeri Newcastle Knights v Warriors Sat 21 Mar 3:00PM at McDonald Jones Stadium, New Lambton / Awabakal Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks v Dolphins Sat 21 Mar 5:30PM at Sharks Stadium, Woolooware / Dharawal … Sun 5 Apr 2:00PM at Sharks Stadium, Woolooware / Dharawal Newcastle Knights v Canberra Raiders Sun 5 Apr 4:05PM at McDonald Jones Stadium, New Lambton / Awabakal Gold Coast Titans v Brisbane Broncos Sun 5 Apr 7:30PM at Cbus Super Stadium, Robina /...
leagueunlimited.comESPN has everything you need to know as we head towards kick-off in the 2026 NRL season.
www.espn.com.auThe opening round of the 2026 NRL season kicks off at the magnificent Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas and features a Broncos-Panthers blockbuster under the Friday night lights.
www.nrl.comWho each club plays through 2026.
www.sen.com.auThe Dolphins will host Manly (R5) and Cronulla (R19) at their Redcliffe base of Kayo Stadium. They have 9 home games at Suncorp with the 12th game in Darwin (R7 v Penrith). Falling on a Saturday in Round 8, ANZAC Day will have three big games - Dragons-Roosters (Allianz, 4pm) into Warriors-Dolphins (Wellington, 6pm) and Storm-Rabbitohs (AAMI, 8:10pm) … The Telegraph has the first series of leaks, detailing the drama around the start of the season given the presence of the Women's Asian Cup at...
leagueunlimited.comPenrith have been handed a brutal path back to the summit of the NRL, with Ivan Cleary's men emerging with the toughest draw of any team for 2026.
www.espn.com.auESPN has everything you need to know as we head towards kick-off in the 2026 NRL season.
www.espn.comThe 2026 NRL and NRLW draws have officially dropped, setting the stage for another thrilling season of Red and Blue action.
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