‘Relentless’: Can anyone stop Panthers’ historic three-peat?
Storm coach Craig Bellamy says the Broncos or Warriors will need to take Penrith to “a place where they don’t go too often” if they’re any hope of stopping a historic three-peat.
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‘Monstered’: Historic NRL massacre is brutal
The Penrith Panthers are one win away from a 40-year first after annihilating the Storm in a brutal record thrashing in the prelim.
Player ratings: Who starred, who flopped in Penrith masterclass
Four Penrith stars produced near perfect performances, while a handful of Melbourne players barely received a pass mark. See the full player ratings from the grand final qualifier.
Expert predictions: Who will face off in the NRL grand final?
Will the Panthers qualify for their fourth-straight grand final or can the Storm side spoil the party? Can the Broncos end the ‘Wahs’ revolution? See our experts’ preliminary final predictions.
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Panthers’ ultimate revenge in ‘absolute war’
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Eels scout opens up on how Parra ‘brushed’ Papenhuyzen
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Finally some good news for Panthers
The Panthers will have their work cut out for them in defeating Melbourne, but the return of an Origin star will make their job easier.
Storm wary of ‘battle hardened’ Panthers
Penrith will attempt to avenge last year’s grand final loss to Melbourne in Saturday’s preliminary final against the Storm.
‘Do it my way’ – Slater speaks on Queensland job
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Matty Johns: Which top-four team has the best halves duo?
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‘Fix this’: Qld meltdown over NRL jab plan
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