NRL 2025 Draw Reveals Tough Schedules for Rabbitohs, Sharks, and Roosters

The newly released fixture list highlights grueling matchups for some teams while offering easier paths for others like the Raiders and Warriors.

The Sydney Rabbitohs face the toughest 2025 schedule, with double matchups against all top-four teams from last season and a challenging early-season stretch.
The Cronulla Sharks, previously known for softer draws, now have one of the hardest schedules, playing 13 games against 2024 finalists, including a Las Vegas opener against Penrith.
The Newcastle Knights and Canberra Raiders benefit from favorable fixtures, with fewer games against top-tier teams and higher chances of playoff contention.
The 2025 season kicks off with an expanded Las Vegas showcase, featuring NRL and Super League games, along with a Jillaroos-England Test match.
The NRL has reduced five-day turnarounds to a record low of 21, aiming to ease player fatigue during the season.