NRLW 2026 Season Guide: The 2026 NRL Women’s Premiership features 12 teams competing across 11 rounds, with clubs set to battle for the title following an expanded and highly competitive campaign.
This guide includes full team squads, club fixtures, Lachlan Jeffery’s season predictions and everything you need to follow the NRLW season.
Table of contents
- NRLW 2026 Season Overview
- NRLW 2026 Fixtures
- Team Guide
NRLW 2026 Season Overview
- Teams: 12
- Rounds: 11
- Season Start: Thursday, July 2
- Grand Final: Sunday, October 4
- Defending Premiers: Brisbane Broncos
NRLW 2026 Fixtures
Below is a full overview of the NRLW 2026 draw.
All times AEST
Round 1
- NRLW Round 1 Team Lists → /nrlw-round-1-team-lists-2026/
| Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Sharks vs Knights | Thursday 2 July, 7:45pm | Ocean Protect Stadium |
| Titans vs Roosters | Saturday 4 July, 12:45pm | Cbus Super Stadium |
| Dragons vs Raiders | Saturday 4 July, 3:15pm | St George Venues Jubilee Stadium |
| Broncos vs Cowboys | Saturday 4 July, 5:15pm | Suncorp Stadium |
| Eels vs Wests Tigers | Sunday 5 July, 11:50am | CommBank Stadium |
| Warriors vs Bulldogs | Sunday 5 July, 1:45pm | FMG Stadium Waikato |
Round 2
| Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Sharks vs Broncos | Thursday 9 July, 7:45pm | Ocean Protect Stadium |
| Cowboys vs Wests Tigers | Saturday 11 July, 12:45pm | Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
| Bulldogs vs Titans | Saturday 11 July, 3:15pm | Accor Stadium |
| Roosters vs Knights | Saturday 11 July, 5:15pm | Allianz Stadium |
| Raiders vs Warriors | Sunday 12 July, 12:00pm | GIO Stadium |
| Dragons vs Eels | Sunday 12 July, 1:45pm | WIN Stadium |
Round 3
| Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Raiders vs Roosters | Saturday 18 July, 12:45pm | GIO Stadium |
| Warriors vs Cowboys | Saturday 18 July, 3:15pm | Go Media Stadium |
| Bulldogs vs Sharks | Saturday 18 July, 5:15pm | Accor Stadium |
| Titans vs Eels | Sunday 19 July, 11:50am | Cbus Super Stadium |
| Broncos vs Wests Tigers | Sunday 19 July, 1:45pm | Totally Workwear Stadium |
| Knights vs Dragons | Sunday 19 July, 6:15pm | McDonald Jones Stadium |
Round 4
| Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Raiders vs Sharks | Saturday 25 July, 12:45pm | GIO Stadium |
| Bulldogs vs Dragons | Saturday 25 July, 3:15pm | Accor Stadium |
| Cowboys vs Titans | Saturday 25 July, 5:15pm | Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
| Eels vs Warriors | Sunday 26 July, 12:00pm | Eric Tweedale Stadium |
| Broncos vs Knights | Sunday 26 July, 1:45pm | Totally Workwear Stadium |
| Wests Tigers vs Roosters | Sunday 26 July, 6:15pm | Leichhardt Oval |
Round 5
| Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Sharks vs Wests Tigers | Saturday 1 August, 12:15pm | Geohex Park |
| Dragons vs Roosters | Saturday 1 August, 2:15pm | Geohex Park |
| Raiders vs Cowboys | Saturday 1 August, 4:15pm | Geohex Park |
| Bulldogs vs Broncos | Sunday 2 August, 11:50am | Geohex Park |
| Warriors vs Titans | Sunday 2 August, 1:45pm | Geohex Park |
| Eels vs Knights | Sunday 2 August, 3:45pm | Geohex Park |
Round 6
| Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Bulldogs vs Cowboys | Saturday 8 August, 12:45pm | Belmore Sports Ground |
| Sharks vs Titans | Saturday 8 August, 3:15pm | Ocean Protect Stadium |
| Warriors vs Knights | Saturday 8 August, 5:15pm | FMG Stadium Waikato |
| Raiders vs Broncos | Sunday 9 August, 11:35am | GIO Stadium |
| Dragons vs Wests Tigers | Sunday 9 August, 1:35pm | St George Venues Jubilee Stadium |
| Roosters vs Eels | Sunday 9 August, 6:15pm | Polytec Stadium |
Round 7
| Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Titans vs Dragons | Saturday 15 August, 12:45pm | Cbus Super Stadium |
| Eels vs Bulldogs | Saturday 15 August, 3:15pm | CommBank Stadium |
| Broncos vs Roosters | Saturday 15 August, 5:15pm | Suncorp Stadium |
| Knights vs Raiders | Sunday 16 August, 11:50am | McDonald Jones Stadium |
| Wests Tigers vs Warriors | Sunday 16 August, 1:45pm | CommBank Stadium |
| Cowboys vs Sharks | Sunday 16 August, 6:15pm | Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
Round 8
| Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Knights vs Wests Tigers | Saturday 22 August, 12:45pm | McDonald Jones Stadium |
| Bulldogs vs Raiders | Saturday 22 August, 3:15pm | Belmore Sports Ground |
| Dragons vs Cowboys | Saturday 22 August, 5:15pm | Allianz Stadium |
| Titans vs Broncos | Sunday 23 August, 11:50am | Cbus Super Stadium |
| Roosters vs Warriors | Sunday 23 August, 1:45pm | Allianz Stadium |
| Sharks vs Eels | Sunday 23 August, 6:15pm | Ocean Protect Stadium |
Round 9
| Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Titans vs Raiders | Saturday 29 August, 12:45pm | Cbus Super Stadium |
| Roosters vs Sharks | Saturday 29 August, 3:15pm | Allianz Stadium |
| Cowboys vs Knights | Saturday 29 August, 5:15pm | Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
| Warriors vs Dragons | Sunday 30 August, 11:50am | Go Media Stadium |
| Eels vs Broncos | Sunday 30 August, 1:45pm | CommBank Stadium |
| Wests Tigers vs Bulldogs | Sunday 30 August, 6:15pm | Campbelltown Sports Stadium |
Round 10
| Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Warriors vs Sharks | Saturday 5 September, 12:45pm | Go Media Stadium |
| Cowboys vs Roosters | Saturday 5 September, 3:15pm | Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
| Knights vs Bulldogs | Saturday 5 September, 5:15pm | McDonald Jones Stadium |
| Dragons vs Broncos | Sunday 6 September, 11:50am | WIN Stadium |
| Wests Tigers vs Titans | Sunday 6 September, 1:45pm | Campbelltown Sports Stadium |
| Raiders vs Eels | Sunday 6 September, 6:15pm | GIO Stadium |
Round 11
| Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Roosters vs Bulldogs | Thursday 10 September, 7:45pm | Allianz Stadium |
| Wests Tigers vs Raiders | Friday 11 September, 5:40pm | Leichhardt Oval |
| Eels vs Cowboys | Saturday 12 September, 12:00pm | CommBank Stadium |
| Sharks vs Dragons | Saturday 12 September, 1:45pm | Ocean Protect Stadium |
| Broncos vs Warriors | Sunday 13 September, 12:00pm | Totally Workwear Stadium |
| Knights vs Titans | Sunday 13 September, 1:45pm | McDonald Jones Stadium |
Team Guide
Brisbane Broncos
Squad
Ali Brigginshaw, Amanii Misa, Azalleyah Maaka, Bree Spreadborough, Brianna Clark, Caitlin Urwin, Chelsea Lenarduzzi, Destiny Brill, Georgia Bartlett, Jada Ferguson, Jesse Southwell, Julia Robinson, Kerri Johnson, Lauren Dam, Lillian Yarrow, Reegan Hicks, Rhemy Hinckesman, Romy Teitzel, Shannon Mato, Shalom Sauaso, Skyla Adams, Tamika Upton, Tara McGrath-West, Tavarna Papalii
Gains: Jesse Southwell (Knights), Lillian Yarrow (Cowboys), Shannon Mato (Titans), Linneke Gevers (Tweed Seagulls), Tavarna Papalii (Roosters), Caitlin Urwin (rugby union)
Losses: Gayle Broughton (Warriors), Keilee Joseph (Eels), Mele Hufanga (Warriors), Annetta-Claudia Nu’uausala (Warriors), Shenae Ciesiolka (Dragons), Montaya Hudson (Dragons), Tafito Lafaele (released), Lavinia Gould, Shaylee Joseph, Hayley Maddick
2026 Draw
| Round | Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Broncos vs Cowboys | Saturday 4 July, 5:15pm | Suncorp Stadium |
| 2 | Sharks vs Broncos | Thursday 9 July, 7:45pm | Ocean Protect Stadium |
| 3 | Broncos vs Wests Tigers | Sunday 19 July, 1:45pm | Totally Workwear Stadium |
| 4 | Broncos vs Knights | Sunday 26 July, 1:45pm | Totally Workwear Stadium |
| 5 | Bulldogs vs Broncos | Sunday 2 August, 11:50am | Geohex Park, Wagga Wagga |
| 6 | Raiders vs Broncos | Sunday 9 August, 11:35am | GIO Stadium |
| 7 | Broncos vs Roosters | Saturday 15 August, 5:15pm | Suncorp Stadium |
| 8 | Titans vs Broncos | Sunday 23 August, 11:50am | Cbus Super Stadium |
| 9 | Eels vs Broncos | Sunday 30 August, 1:45pm | CommBank Stadium |
| 10 | Dragons vs Broncos | Sunday 6 September, 11:50am | WIN Stadium |
| 11 | Broncos vs Warriors | Sunday 13 September, 12:00pm | Totally Workwear Stadium |
Season Prediction
Lachlan Jeffery’s Prediction: The Broncos will be there or thereabouts again in 2026. The losses of Gayle Broughton, Mele Hufanga and Keilee Joseph, along with Hayley Maddick being out due to pregnancy, will hurt them, but the recruitment of Jesse Southwell and Tavarna Papalii softens the blow.
Canberra Raiders
Squad
Bobbi Law, Chanté Temara, Charlotte Basham, Chloe Saunders, Elise Simpson, Ellie Brander, Emma Barnes, Grace Kemp, Grace Kukutai, Hollie-Mae Dodd, Isabella Waterman, Jordyn Preston, Krystal Blackwell, Leianne Tufuga, Lili Boyle, Mackenzie Wiki, Madison Bartlett, Madyson Tooth, Relna Wuruki-Hosea, Sereana Naitokatoka, Sheridan Gallagher, Simaima Taufa, Sophie Holyman, Zahara Temara
Gains: Krystal Blackwell (Cowboys), Bobbi Law (Dragons), Sheridan Gallagher (Knights), Ellie Brander (Roosters), Grace Kukutai (Knights), Evie McGrath (Wests Tigers), Charlotte Basham (Dragons)
Losses: Cheyelle Robins-Reti (Knights), Kerehitina Matua, Ua Ravu, Tatiana Finau, Claudia Finau, Georgia Thomas, Jaida Faleono (released), Monalisa Soliola
2026 Draw
| Round | Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dragons vs Raiders | Saturday 4 July, 3:15pm | Jubilee Stadium, Kogarah |
| 2 | Raiders vs Warriors | Sunday 12 July, 12:00pm | GIO Stadium, Canberra |
| 3 | Raiders vs Roosters | Saturday 18 July, 12:45pm | GIO Stadium, Canberra |
| 4 | Raiders vs Sharks | Saturday 25 July, 12:45pm | GIO Stadium, Canberra |
| 5 | Raiders vs Cowboys | Saturday 1 August, 4:15pm | Geohex Park, Wagga Wagga |
| 6 | Raiders vs Broncos | Sunday 9 August, 11:35am | GIO Stadium, Canberra |
| 7 | Knights vs Raiders | Sunday 16 August, 11:50am | McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle |
| 8 | Bulldogs vs Raiders | Saturday 22 August, 3:15pm | Belmore Sports Ground, Sydney |
| 9 | Titans vs Raiders | Saturday 29 August, 12:45pm | Cbus Super Stadium, Gold Coast |
| 10 | Raiders vs Eels | Sunday 6 September, 6:15pm | GIO Stadium, Canberra |
| 11 | Wests Tigers vs Raiders | Friday 11 September, 5:40pm | Leichhardt Oval, Sydney |
Season Prediction
Lachlan Jeffery’s Prediction: Coach Darrin Borthwick has recruited well to strengthen key positions, especially in the backline. They need to start the season better than they did last year if they want to reach the finals, which could be a challenge given early games against the Warriors, Roosters, Sharks and Broncos.
Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs
Squad
Alexis Tauaneai, Andie Robinson, Angelina Teakaraanga-Katoa, Ashleigh Quinlan, Bridget Hoy, Daynah Nankivell, Ebony Prior, Elizabeth MacGregor, Evah McEwen, Evelyn Roberts, Hope Millard, Latisha Smythe, Ma’atuleio Fotu-Moala, Mary-Jane Taito, Moana Courtenay, Monica Tagoai, Paea Uilou, Pani Hopoate, Pauline Suli-Ruka, Simina Lokotui, Shaquaylah Mahakitau-Monschau, Tamika Jones, Tayla Preston, Waimarie Martin
Gains: Tamika Jones (Western Force rugby), Daynah Nankivell (Japanese rugby)
Losses: Shaniece Monschau (Wests Tigers), Holli Wheeler (Wests Tigers), Tegan Dymock (Sharks)
2026 Draw
| Round | Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Warriors vs Bulldogs | Sunday 5 July, 1:45pm | FMG Stadium Waikato |
| 2 | Bulldogs vs Titans | Saturday 11 July, 3:15pm | Accor Stadium |
| 3 | Bulldogs vs Sharks | Saturday 18 July, 5:15pm | Accor Stadium |
| 4 | Bulldogs vs Dragons | Saturday 25 July, 3:15pm | Accor Stadium |
| 5 | Bulldogs vs Broncos | Sunday 2 August, 11:50am | Geohex Park, Wagga Wagga |
| 6 | Bulldogs vs Cowboys | Saturday 8 August, 12:45pm | Belmore Sports Ground |
| 7 | Eels vs Bulldogs | Saturday 15 August, 3:15pm | CommBank Stadium |
| 8 | Bulldogs vs Raiders | Saturday 22 August, 3:15pm | Belmore Sports Ground |
| 9 | Wests Tigers vs Bulldogs | Sunday 30 August, 6:15pm | Campbelltown Sports Stadium |
| 10 | Knights vs Bulldogs | Saturday 5 September, 5:15pm | McDonald Jones Stadium |
| 11 | Roosters vs Bulldogs | Thursday 10 September, 7:45pm | Allianz Stadium |
Season Prediction
Lachlan Jeffery’s Prediction: The Bulldogs need to improve their defence in 2026. They started their inaugural season well but lost five of their last seven games by 16 points or more. Coach Brayden Williame has kept largely the same squad, which will help with combinations. A run of home games early could help them get their season off to a strong start.
Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks
Squad
Annessa Biddle, Anne-Marie Kiria-Ratu, Caitlan Johnston-Green, Cassie Staples, Chantay Kiria-Ratu, China Polata, Ellie Johnston, Emma Verran, Filomina Hanisi, Georgia Hannaway, Georgia Ravics, Grace-Lee Weekes, Jacinta Carter, Jada Taylor, Jaydika Tafua, Manilita Takapautolo, Najvada George, Quincy Dodd, Rhiannon Byers, Stephanie Faulkner, Talei Holmes, Tegan Dymock, Tiana Penitani Gray, Tyla King
Gains: China Polata (Cowboys), Tegan Dymock (Bulldogs), Najvada George (Cowboys), Madison Ashby (rugby sevens)
Losses: Brooke Anderson (Dragons), Nakia Davis-Welsh (Knights)
2026 Draw
| Round | Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sharks vs Knights | Thursday 2 July, 7:45pm | Ocean Protect Stadium, Sydney |
| 2 | Sharks vs Broncos | Thursday 9 July, 7:45pm | Ocean Protect Stadium, Sydney |
| 3 | Bulldogs vs Sharks | Saturday 18 July, 5:15pm | Accor Stadium, Sydney |
| 4 | Raiders vs Sharks | Saturday 25 July, 12:45pm | GIO Stadium, Canberra |
| 5 | Sharks vs Wests Tigers | Saturday 1 August, 12:15pm | Geohex Park, Wagga Wagga |
| 6 | Sharks vs Titans | Saturday 8 August, 3:15pm | Ocean Protect Stadium, Sydney |
| 7 | Cowboys vs Sharks | Sunday 16 August, 6:15pm | Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
| 8 | Sharks vs Eels | Sunday 23 August, 6:15pm | Ocean Protect Stadium, Sydney |
| 9 | Roosters vs Sharks | Saturday 29 August, 3:15pm | Allianz Stadium, Sydney |
| 10 | Warriors vs Sharks | Saturday 5 September, 12:45pm | Go Media Stadium, Auckland |
| 11 | Sharks vs Dragons | Saturday 12 September, 1:45pm | Ocean Protect Stadium, Sydney |
Season Prediction
Lachlan Jeffery’s Prediction: After narrow defeats in a grand final and preliminary final in the last two years, the Sharks will be looking to go to the next level in 2026. Their only notable roster changes are the loss of Emma Verran (pregnancy) and the addition of rugby sevens player Madison Ashby.
Gold Coast Titans
Squad
Aleksandra Tunufai, Destiny Mino-Sinapati, Enah Desic, Eta Sikahele, Evania Pelite, Georgia Grey, Georgia Hale, Indie Bostock, Ivana Lolesio, Jaime Chapman, Jasmine Solia, Jessika Elliston, Lailani Montgomery, Laikha Clarke, Lauren Brown, Lily Kolc, Natasha Penitani, Pauline Piliae-Rasabale, Phoenix-Raine Hippi, Rilee Jorgensen, Sarina Masaga, Sienna Lofipo, Takoda Thompson, Te Ngaroahiahi Fanua Awhina Rimoni, Teagan Levi
Gains: Indie Bostock (Dragons), Te Ngaroahiahi Fanua Awhina Rimoni (Norths Devils), Teagan Levi (Rugby Sevens)
Losses: Shannon Mato, Taliah Fuimaono (Dragons), Jasmin Morrissey (Eels), Shaylee Bent (Wests Tigers)
2026 Draw
| Round | Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Titans vs Roosters | Saturday 4 July, 12:45pm | Cbus Super Stadium, Gold Coast |
| 2 | Bulldogs vs Titans | Saturday 11 July, 3:15pm | Accor Stadium, Sydney |
| 3 | Titans vs Eels | Sunday 19 July, 11:50am | Cbus Super Stadium, Gold Coast |
| 4 | Cowboys vs Titans | Saturday 25 July, 5:15pm | Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
| 5 | Warriors vs Titans | Sunday 2 August, 1:45pm | Geohex Park, Wagga Wagga |
| 6 | Sharks vs Titans | Saturday 8 August, 3:15pm | Ocean Protect Stadium, Sydney |
| 7 | Titans vs Dragons | Saturday 15 August, 12:45pm | Cbus Super Stadium, Gold Coast |
| 8 | Titans vs Broncos | Sunday 23 August, 11:50am | Cbus Super Stadium, Gold Coast |
| 9 | Titans vs Raiders | Saturday 29 August, 12:45pm | Cbus Super Stadium, Gold Coast |
| 10 | Wests Tigers vs Titans | Sunday 6 September, 1:45pm | Campbelltown Sports Stadium, Sydney |
| 11 | Knights vs Titans | Sunday 13 September, 1:45pm | McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle |
Season Prediction
Lachlan Jeffery’s Prediction: The Titans have a roster littered with representative players, including Jaime Chapman, Lauren Brown, Jessika Elliston and Georgia Hale, along with new recruit Teagan Levi from rugby sevens. They have a generally favourable draw, facing the Roosters and Broncos at home and avoiding trips to New Zealand or Canberra. They’re unlikely to win it, but they can definitely go deep.
Newcastle Knights
Squad
Amelia Pasikala, Botille Vette-Welsh, Cheyelle Robins-Reti, Ella-Jaye Harrison-Leaunoa, Evie Jones, Fane Finau, Georgia Roche, Joeli Morris, Jules Kirkpatrick, Kayla Romaniuk, Kirra Dibb, Lily-Ann White, Mercedez Taulelei-Siala, Nakia Davis-Welsh, Olivia Higgins, Shanice Parker, Sidney Taylor, Sienna Yeo, Simone Karpani, Stella Lewis, Tayla Predebon, Tenika Willison, Tiana Davison, Yasmin Meakes
Gains: Ella-Jaye Harrison-Leaunoa, Kirra Dibb (Cowboys), Nakia Davis-Welsh (Sharks), Cheyelle Robins-Reti (Raiders), Amelia Pasikala (Raiders), Damita Betham, Sidney Taylor
Losses: Jesse Southwell (Broncos), Leah Ollerton (Wests Tigers), Sheridan Gallagher (Raiders), Grace Kukutai (Raiders), Keighley Simpson (Roosters), Evah McEwen (Bulldogs)
2026 Draw
| Round | Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sharks vs Knights | Thursday 2 July, 7:45pm | Ocean Protect Stadium |
| 2 | Roosters vs Knights | Saturday 11 July, 5:15pm | Allianz Stadium |
| 3 | Knights vs Dragons | Sunday 19 July, 6:15pm | McDonald Jones Stadium |
| 4 | Broncos vs Knights | Sunday 26 July, 1:45pm | Totally Workwear Stadium |
| 5 | Eels vs Knights | Sunday 2 August, 3:45pm | Geohex Park, Wagga Wagga |
| 6 | Warriors vs Knights | Saturday 8 August, 5:15pm | FMG Stadium Waikato |
| 7 | Knights vs Raiders | Sunday 16 August, 11:50am | McDonald Jones Stadium |
| 8 | Knights vs Wests Tigers | Saturday 22 August, 12:45pm | McDonald Jones Stadium |
| 9 | Cowboys vs Knights | Saturday 29 August, 5:15pm | Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
| 10 | Knights vs Bulldogs | Saturday 5 September, 5:15pm | McDonald Jones Stadium |
| 11 | Knights vs Titans | Sunday 13 September, 1:45pm | McDonald Jones Stadium |
Season Prediction
Lachlan Jeffery’s Prediction: The Knights came back to the pack in 2025 and could drop further in 2026. The loss of Jesse Southwell will hurt, though the addition of Kirra Dibb will alleviate that somewhat. They have a tough start to the season, with five of their first six games away against the Sharks, Roosters, Broncos, Eels and Warriors, and could be playing catch-up by the run home.
North Queensland Cowboys
Squad
Abigail Roache, Alisha Foord, Ana Malupo, Ashley Marsters, Bree Chester, Ebony Raftstrand-Smith, Emily Veivers, Emma Manzelmann, Essay Banu, Francesca Goldthorp, Hailee-Jay Ormond-Maunsell, Jakiya Whitfeld, Jasmine Peters, Jennifer Kimber, Lily Peacock, Lily Dick, Lydia Turua-Quedley, Makenzie Weale, Rosie Kelly, Sian Williams, Tafao Asaua, Tallisha Harden, Tayla Curtis, Tiana Raftstrand-Smith
Gains: Lydia Turua-Quedley (Warriors), Emily Veivers (Wigan), Hayley Hifo, Ashley Marsters
Losses: Lillian Yarrow (Broncos), Krystal Blackwell (Raiders), Kirra Dibb (Knights), China Polata (Sharks), Najvada George (Sharks)
2026 Draw
| Round | Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Broncos vs Cowboys | Saturday 4 July, 5:15pm | Suncorp Stadium |
| 2 | Cowboys vs Wests Tigers | Saturday 11 July, 12:45pm | Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
| 3 | Warriors vs Cowboys | Saturday 18 July, 3:15pm | Go Media Stadium |
| 4 | Cowboys vs Titans | Saturday 25 July, 5:15pm | Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
| 5 | Raiders vs Cowboys | Saturday 1 August, 4:15pm | Geohex Park, Wagga Wagga |
| 6 | Bulldogs vs Cowboys | Saturday 8 August, 12:45pm | Belmore Sports Ground |
| 7 | Cowboys vs Sharks | Sunday 16 August, 6:15pm | Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
| 8 | Dragons vs Cowboys | Saturday 22 August, 5:15pm | Allianz Stadium |
| 9 | Cowboys vs Knights | Saturday 29 August, 5:15pm | Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
| 10 | Cowboys vs Roosters | Saturday 5 September, 3:15pm | Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
| 11 | Eels vs Cowboys | Saturday 12 September, 12:00pm | CommBank Stadium |
Season Prediction
Lachlan Jeffery’s Prediction: Despite making the finals in 2025, the Cowboys look more likely to finish near the bottom of the table than the top. Their biggest challenge in 2026 will be overcoming roster changes after losing six key squad members, including fullback Jakiya Whitfeld (pregnancy), five-eighth Kirra Dibb (Knights) and halfback Tahlulah Tillett (retirement).
Parramatta Eels
Squad
Abbi Church, Boss Kapua, Cassey Tohi-Hiku, Chloe Jackson, Elsie Albert, Fleur Ginn, Fontayne Tufuga, Jasmin Morrissey, Jayde Herdegen, Katie Fallon, Keilee Joseph, Kennedy Cherrington, Layne Morgan, Lindsay Tui, Mahalia Murphy, Martha Mataele, Rachael Pearson, Rory Owen, Rosemarie Beckett, Rueben Cherrington, Ryvrr-Lee Alo, Taneka Todhunter, Tess McWilliams, Zali Fay
Gains: Keilee Joseph (Broncos), Jayde Herdegen (Roosters), Jasmin Morrissey (Titans), Layne Morgan
Losses: Kiana Takairangi, Chelsea Makira, Yasmine Baker, Jessica Kennedy, Mia Middleton, Paige Travis
2026 Draw
| Round | Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eels vs Wests Tigers | Sunday 5 July, 11:50am | CommBank Stadium |
| 2 | Dragons vs Eels | Sunday 12 July, 1:45pm | WIN Stadium |
| 3 | Titans vs Eels | Sunday 19 July, 11:50am | Cbus Super Stadium |
| 4 | Eels vs Warriors | Sunday 26 July, 12:00pm | Eric Tweedale Stadium |
| 5 | Eels vs Knights | Sunday 2 August, 3:45pm | Geohex Park, Wagga Wagga |
| 6 | Roosters vs Eels | Sunday 9 August, 6:15pm | Polytec Stadium, Gosford |
| 7 | Eels vs Bulldogs | Saturday 15 August, 3:15pm | CommBank Stadium |
| 8 | Sharks vs Eels | Sunday 23 August, 6:15pm | Ocean Protect Stadium |
| 9 | Eels vs Broncos | Sunday 30 August, 1:45pm | CommBank Stadium |
| 10 | Raiders vs Eels | Sunday 6 September, 6:15pm | GIO Stadium |
| 11 | Eels vs Cowboys | Saturday 12 September, 12:00pm | CommBank Stadium |
Season Prediction
Lachlan Jeffery’s Prediction: Among the biggest underachievers in 2025, Steve Georgallis and the Eels have recruited smartly for 2026, bringing in Layne Morgan from rugby union and Keilee Joseph from Brisbane. They have a good draw, only leaving the greater Sydney region three times, and have winnable games at both ends of the season.
St George-Illawarra Dragons
Squad
Ahlivia Ingram, Arabella McKenzie, Bronte Wilson, Brooke Anderson, Ella Koster, Hannah Southwell, Jayme Millard, Kasey Reh, Keele Browne, Lavinia Kitai, Madison Mulhall, Maria Paseka, Montana Clifford, Montaya Hudson, Nita Maynard, Sara Sautia, Seriah Palepale, Shenae Ciesiolka, Taliah Fuimaono, Teagan Berry, Tori Shipton, Trinity Tauaneai, Tyra Ekepati, Zali Hopkins
Gains: Brooke Anderson (Sharks), Lavinia Kitai (Warriors), Montana Clifford (Wests Tigers), Montaya Hudson (Broncos), Taliah Fuimaono (Titans), Arabella McKenzie, Shenae Ciesiolka
Losses: Raecene McGregor (Wests Tigers), Bobbi Law (Raiders), Indie Bostock (Titans), Charlotte Basham (Raiders)
2026 Draw
| Round | Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dragons vs Raiders | Saturday 4 July, 3:15pm | St George Venues Jubilee Stadium |
| 2 | Dragons vs Eels | Sunday 12 July, 1:45pm | WIN Stadium |
| 3 | Knights vs Dragons | Sunday 19 July, 6:15pm | McDonald Jones Stadium |
| 4 | Bulldogs vs Dragons | Saturday 25 July, 3:15pm | Accor Stadium |
| 5 | Dragons vs Roosters | Saturday 1 August, 2:15pm | Geohex Park, Wagga Wagga |
| 6 | Dragons vs Wests Tigers | Sunday 9 August, 1:35pm | St George Venues Jubilee Stadium |
| 7 | Titans vs Dragons | Saturday 15 August, 12:45pm | Cbus Super Stadium |
| 8 | Dragons vs Cowboys | Saturday 22 August, 5:15pm | Allianz Stadium |
| 9 | Warriors vs Dragons | Sunday 30 August, 11:50am | Go Media Stadium |
| 10 | Dragons vs Broncos | Sunday 6 September, 11:50am | WIN Stadium |
| 11 | Sharks vs Dragons | Saturday 12 September, 1:45pm | Ocean Protect Stadium |
Season Prediction
Lachlan Jeffery’s Prediction: After several years of disappointment, the Dragons and coach Nathan Cross are making changes. The most notable is the loss of halfback Raecene McGregor and the additions of Shenae Ciesiolka, Tahlia Fuimaono and Arabella McKenzie. They should improve, but not enough to challenge.
Sydney Roosters
Squad
Aliyah Nasio, Amber Hall, Brydie Parker, Corban Baxter, Eliza Lopamaua, Isabelle Kelly, Jasmin Strange, Jayme Fressard, Jessica Sergis, Jocelyn Kelleher, Keeley Nizza, Macie Carlile, Mia Wood, Millie Elliott, Olivia Kernick, Otesa Pule, Rima Butler, Sariah Paki, Shawden Burton, Taina Naividi, Talea Tonga, Taneisha Gray, Tarryn Aiken, Tatum Bird
Gains: Tatum Bird (NSW Waratahs), Keighley Simpson (Knights), Sariah Paki (Rugby Sevens)
Losses: Jayde Herdegen (Eels), Ellie Brander (Raiders), Tavarna Papalii (Broncos)
2026 Draw
| Round | Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Titans vs Roosters | Saturday 4 July, 12:45pm | Cbus Super Stadium |
| 2 | Roosters vs Knights | Saturday 11 July, 5:15pm | Allianz Stadium |
| 3 | Raiders vs Roosters | Saturday 18 July, 12:45pm | GIO Stadium |
| 4 | Wests Tigers vs Roosters | Sunday 26 July, 6:15pm | Leichhardt Oval |
| 5 | Dragons vs Roosters | Saturday 1 August, 2:15pm | Geohex Park, Wagga Wagga |
| 6 | Roosters vs Eels | Sunday 9 August, 6:15pm | Polytec Stadium, Gosford |
| 7 | Broncos vs Roosters | Saturday 15 August, 5:15pm | Suncorp Stadium |
| 8 | Roosters vs Warriors | Sunday 23 August, 1:45pm | Allianz Stadium |
| 9 | Roosters vs Sharks | Saturday 29 August, 3:15pm | Allianz Stadium |
| 10 | Cowboys vs Roosters | Saturday 5 September, 3:15pm | Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
| 11 | Roosters vs Bulldogs | Thursday 10 September, 7:45pm | Allianz Stadium |
Season Prediction
Lachlan Jeffery’s Prediction: The Roosters were one game away from perfection in 2025, and anything less than a premiership in 2026 will be a failure. They’re arguably stronger, with Tarryn Aiken, Amber Hall and Taina Naividi all returning from season-ending injuries, along with Millie Elliott returning after the birth of her daughter. They’ve also added rugby converts Tatum Bird and Sariah Paki.
New Zealand Warriors
Squad
Annetta-Claudia Nu’uausala, Apii Nicholls, Ashlee Matapo, Capri Paekau, Charlette Butler, Emmanita Paki, Felila Kia, Gayle Broughton, Ivana Lauitiiti, Jasmin Huriwai, Kaiyah Atai, Laishon Albert-Jones, Lavinia Tauhalaliku, Maarire Puketapu, Matekino Gray, Mele Hufanga, Metanoia Fotu-Moala, Mya Hill-Moana, Patricia Maliepo, Payton Takimoana, Shakira Baker, Stacey Waaka, Tyra Wetere, Tysha Ikenasio
Gains: Gayle Broughton (Broncos), Annetta-Claudia Nu’uausala (Broncos), Mele Hufanga (Broncos), Stacey Waaka, Jasmin Huriwai
Losses: Lavinia Kitai (Dragons), Lydia Turua-Quedley (Cowboys), Paris Pickering
2026 Draw
| Round | Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Warriors vs Bulldogs | Sunday 5 July, 1:45pm | FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton |
| 2 | Raiders vs Warriors | Sunday 12 July, 12:00pm | GIO Stadium, Canberra |
| 3 | Warriors vs Cowboys | Saturday 18 July, 3:15pm | Go Media Stadium, Auckland |
| 4 | Eels vs Warriors | Sunday 26 July, 12:00pm | Eric Tweedale Stadium, Sydney |
| 5 | Warriors vs Titans | Sunday 2 August, 1:45pm | Geohex Park, Wagga Wagga |
| 6 | Warriors vs Knights | Saturday 8 August, 5:15pm | FMG Stadium Waikato, Hamilton |
| 7 | Wests Tigers vs Warriors | Sunday 16 August, 1:45pm | CommBank Stadium, Sydney |
| 8 | Roosters vs Warriors | Sunday 23 August, 1:45pm | Allianz Stadium, Sydney |
| 9 | Warriors vs Dragons | Sunday 30 August, 11:50am | Go Media Stadium, Auckland |
| 10 | Warriors vs Sharks | Saturday 5 September, 12:45pm | Go Media Stadium, Auckland |
| 11 | Broncos vs Warriors | Sunday 13 September, 12:00pm | Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane |
Season Prediction
Lachlan Jeffery’s Prediction: It was a tough return to the NRLW for the Warriors in 2025, but a major recruitment drive has landed them premiership winners Gayle Broughton, Mele Hufanga and Annetta-Claudia Nuuausala, plus rugby converts Stacey Waaka and Jasmin Huriwai. With big home crowds behind them, the Warriors can be a genuine dark horse for the 2026 premiership.
Wests Tigers
Squad
Brooke Talataina, Caitlin Turnbull, Christian Pio, Emily Bass, Faythe Manera, Harmony Crichton, Holli Wheeler, Jade Fonua, Jetaya Faifua, Kezie Apps, Leah Ollerton, Lily Rogan, Losana Lutu, Lucyannah Luamanu-Leiataua, Namoe Gesa, Pihuka Berryman-Duff, Portia Bourke, Raecene McGregor, Rikeya Horne, Shenae Lendill, Sarah Togatuki, Shaniece Monschau, Tara Reinke, Terina Te Tamaki
Gains: Raecene McGregor (Dragons), Shaniece Monschau (Bulldogs), Namoe Gesa, Leah Ollerton (Knights), Holli Wheeler (Bulldogs), Shenae Lendill (Dragons), Shaylee Bent (Titans)
Losses: Montana Clifford (Dragons), Chelsea Savill (Dragons), Evie McGrath (Raiders)
2026 Draw
| Round | Match | Kick-Off | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eels vs Wests Tigers | Sunday 5 July, 11:50am | CommBank Stadium, Sydney |
| 2 | Cowboys vs Wests Tigers | Saturday 11 July, 12:45pm | Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
| 3 | Broncos vs Wests Tigers | Sunday 19 July, 1:45pm | Totally Workwear Stadium, Brisbane |
| 4 | Wests Tigers vs Roosters | Sunday 26 July, 6:15pm | Leichhardt Oval, Sydney |
| 5 | Sharks vs Wests Tigers | Saturday 1 August, 12:15pm | Geohex Park, Wagga Wagga |
| 6 | Dragons vs Wests Tigers | Sunday 9 August, 1:35pm | Jubilee Stadium, Kogarah |
| 7 | Wests Tigers vs Warriors | Sunday 16 August, 1:45pm | CommBank Stadium, Sydney |
| 8 | Knights vs Wests Tigers | Saturday 22 August, 12:45pm | McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle |
| 9 | Wests Tigers vs Bulldogs | Sunday 30 August, 6:15pm | Campbelltown Sports Stadium, Sydney |
| 10 | Wests Tigers vs Titans | Sunday 6 September, 1:45pm | Campbelltown Sports Stadium, Sydney |
| 11 | Wests Tigers vs Raiders | Friday 11 September, 5:40pm | Leichhardt Oval, Sydney |
Season Prediction
Lachlan Jeffery’s Prediction: The only way is up for the Tigers after a historically bad season in 2025 culminated in back-to-back wooden spoons. They’ve made significant changes to their roster, headlined by the signings of Raecene McGregor, Holli Wheeler, Shaylee Bent and Shenae Lendill, as well as a new coach in Craig Sandercock. They now have a squad that can play finals, though it may be a bridge too far.
Lachlan Jeffery’s Predicted NRLW Ladder 2026
- Roosters
- Broncos
- Sharks
- Warriors
- Titans
- Eels
- Knights
- Raiders
- Tigers
- Dragons
- Cowboys
- Bulldogs
Related Coverage
- NRLW Round 1 Team Lists /nrlw-round-1-team-lists-2026/
- NRLW Round 1 Results /nrlw-round-1-results-2026/