Penrith have recovered after a horrendous start to their premiership defence this year to surge up the ladder and have several clubs nervously looking over their shoulders.
The Panthers enjoyed a nine-game winning streak before slipping to a narrow defeat to Melbourne in a grand final rematch last week.
Can Ivan Cleary’s side bounce back from that setback and press their claims for a top four finish once again when they face Canberra?
Penrith Panthers NRL game this week
The Panthers will take on the Raiders at Glen Willow Oval on Friday, August 22 at 6:00 pm (AEST).
Panthers predicted team list for Round 25
1. Dylan Edwards
2. Thomas Jenkins
3. Izack Tago
4. Casey McLean
5. Brian To’o
6. Blaize Talagi
7. Nathan Cleary
8. Moses Leota
9. Mitch Kenny
10. Lindsay Smith
11. Luke Garner
12. Liam Martin
13. Isaiah Papali’i
14. Brad Schneider
15. Liam Henry
16. Matthew Eisenhuth
17. Scott Sorensen
Panthers latest team news:
Penrith’s nine-game winning streak was ended last week as the Storm gained some revenge in the second grand final rematch of the year.
Ivan Cleary was tight-lipped once again about Isaah Yeo‘s return date from a shoulder injury, so is likely to name an unchanged side for this one.
Liam Martin struggled with a shoulder issue during the defeat, but he is set to be named in the backrow.
Meanwhile, Luron Patea is in the casualty ward, with the prop sidelined by a collarbone issue.
The Panthers head to Mudgee for the first time in club history as Ivan Cleary’s team hosts the Canberra Raiders at Glen Willow Regional Stadium on Friday.
In one of the most anticipated games of the 2025 NRL season, the Panthers bring their finals pursuit to Mudgee as they face a ladder-leading Raiders side with the minor premiership in their sights.
Event Details
Panthers v Raiders
- Venue: Glen Willow Regional Stadium, Mudgee
- Date: Thursday 14 August
- Gates Open: 3:00pm
- Schoolboys State Final: 3:15pm
- NRL Kick-Off: 6:00pm
- Gameday Partner: Westfund Health Insurance
- Tickets: SOLD OUT
Tooheys Promotion
Purchase 2x Tooheys New beverages from the Grandstand Bar to take home a Panthers x Tooheys Premiership Coaster Set!
Available on gameday only, limited stock applies.
Westfund Kidz Korner
Bring the little ones down for some fun at the Westfund Kidz Korner, featuring:
- Make Your Own Sign to show your Panther Pride
- Air brush tattoos
- Pass the Ball game
Located in the South East Corner of Glen Willow Stadium.
50-50 Charity Raffle
The Panthers Foundation is guaranteeing a $2,500 prize for the winner of this week’s 50-50 Charity Raffle!
Simply purchase your tickets from one of the community volunteers to be in the running to win the cash prize, or visit 5050charityraffle.com.au to secure your tickets.
You don’t need to be at the game to win the major prize!
NRL Country Cup Open Schoolboys State Final
The action starts early in Mudgee with the NRL Country Cup Open Schoolboys State Final.
Kicking off at 3:15pm, the competition decider pits St Francis Xavier’s College, Hamilton against Edmund Rice College, Wollongong.
Watch from The Basement
Fans who cannot make it to Mudgee are invited to watch from The Basement at Panthers Penrith!
Bring your Panther Pride to the Leagues Club viewing party and join fellow fans watching on The Basement big screens.
Catch the Panther Bus to Mudgee
2025 Panthers members with tickets for the match can jump on the CDC Charter Panther Bus to and from Mudgee on gameday!