Parramatta welcomes back Mitchell Moses for the first time in six weeks, as the star halfback celebrates 250 NRL matches.
The Eels host South Sydney, who are chasing consecutive wins for the first time since April.
Meanwhile, Newcastle veteran Dane Gagai will return to his debut club next season after signing a one-year deal with the Brisbane Broncos.
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Thu 25 Jun 2026 at 6:05pm
What time is kick-off in the NRL tonight?
Here is when kick-off in the clash between the Parramatta Eels and South Sydney Rabbitohs is in your state or territory:
- 7:50pm AEST: NSW, Queensland, ACT, Victoria, Tasmania, PNG
- 7:20pm ACST: South Australia, Northern Territory
- 5:20pm AWST: Western Australia
- 9:50pm NZST: New Zealand, Fiji
- 10:50pm: Tonga, Samoa
Thu 25 Jun 2026 at 6:00pm
Welcome to the ABC Sport NRL live blog
Good evening, Australia.
Welcome back to ABC Sport’s live digital coverage of the 2026 NRL premiership season.
Tonight, round 17 of the premiership begins with just one match:
- Parramatta Eels vs South Sydney Rabbitohs
Both teams are coming off a bye in round 16, and wins in round 15.
Be part of the conversation and join the blog throughout the evening by letting us know your thoughts in the comment section.
Let’s go.
