NRL 2026 team lists: Every club's predicted lineup for Round 26

Round 26 of the NRL 2026 season kicks off with the Broncos and Storm replaying the 2025 grand final on Thursday, Aug. 27 at Suncorp Stadium (7:50pm AEST), even though neither side will reach finals this year. The action then turns to 2026 positioning: Friday night features the Bulldogs vs Panthers as the Bulldogs’ season hangs in the balance, while Saturday has the Roosters hosting the Dolphins in a heavyweight finals preview. On Sunday afternoon in Auckland, the Warriors play the Knights in a match affecting the top-eight order. The Raiders have the bye, and predicted lineups are listed for Brisbane and Melbourne.