Magic Round Team Lists: Dragons star dropped, Panthers take on judiciary, six players banned, Reynolds doubtful

NRL Shake-Up: Panthers Face Judiciary Storm, Six Bans Rock League Ahead of Magic Round!

The 2025 Magic Round is shaping up to be one of the most dramatic weekends in recent NRL history — and it hasn’t even kicked off yet!

Panthers Under Fire — Sorensen Faces Judiciary Battle

Penrith Panthers are fighting to save their bruised season, and now they face another major hurdle: forward Scott Sorensen is heading to the NRL Judiciary on Tuesday to challenge a Grade 2 shoulder charge.

If the challenge fails, he’s out for three matches — a crushing blow to a team already sitting last on the ladder.

Meanwhile, Dylan Edwards and Casey McLean have both been fined for separate dangerous plays, further highlighting Penrith’s recent struggles with discipline.

Mass Suspensions Hit NRL: 6 Players Out

The league’s crackdown on foul play continues with six players suspended following Round 8:

Sitili Tupouniua (Bulldogs) – 5 matches

Josh Curran (Bulldogs) – 3 matches

Matt Burton (Bulldogs) – 1 match

Latrell Mitchell (Rabbitohs) – 1 match

Jaimin Jolliffe (Titans) – 2 matches

Brock Gray (Titans) – 1 match

Three Bulldogs. Two Titans. One Rabbitoh. The message is clear: the NRL is taking no prisoners.

Broncos on Edge – Adam Reynolds Injury Watch

To make matters worse for the Brisbane Broncos, captain Adam Reynolds is in doubt for the Magic Round showdown against Penrith due to a shoulder injury. While he may be named, insiders say his status is “touch and go.”

Dragons Drop Halfback in Surprise Move

In a bold selection shake-up, the Dragons have axed halfback Lachlan Ilias — a decision that has fans divided and experts puzzled. Is this a tactical genius move or a desperate gamble?

One Round. One Stadium. All the Chaos.

Magic Round 2025 is no longer just a celebration of rugby league — it’s a warzone of injuries, suspensions, and pressure-packed matchups. As fans flood Suncorp Stadium, only one thing is certain:

Anything can happen — and it probably will.