Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has named 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.
John 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.
1. Daine LAURIE - sponsored by
Zenn Ability
2. Jesse McLEAN - sponsored by
Protech Locksmiths
3. John 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
19. Niko APELU - sponsored by
Kennect Electrical
20. Asu KEPAOA - sponsored by
Panthers Foundation
21. Riley WAKE - sponsored by
Panthers Foundation
22. Jaxen EDAR - sponsored by
Panthers Foundation
Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has named his squad for Thursday night's Round 26 match against the Bulldogs at Accor Stadium.
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