NRL's Historic Las Vegas Debut Draws Over 40,000 Fans, Showcasing Rugby League to American Audience
The event marks the league's first games outside Australia and New Zealand, with Manly Sea Eagles and Sydney Roosters winning their matches.
- The NRL's historic doubleheader in Las Vegas marks the league's first games on foreign soil outside Australia and New Zealand, showcasing rugby league to an American audience.
- Manly Sea Eagles and Sydney Roosters emerge victorious in their respective matches against South Sydney Rabbitohs and Brisbane Broncos, captivating over 40,000 fans at Allegiant Stadium.
- The event highlights the toughness and endurance of rugby league players, with the sport's physicality and fast pace drawing comparisons to the NFL.
- NRL aims to expand its reach in the U.S., with the Las Vegas games being part of a five-year commitment to open the season in the city.
- The matches receive mixed reactions from U.S. viewers due to a delayed broadcast, but overall, the event is deemed a success in promoting rugby league to a new audience.
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