Penrith Panthers vs Parramatta Eels Preview & Prediction | 2025 NRL | Regular Season
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Penrith and Parramatta clash in the latest battle of the west with much at stake.
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Penrith Panthers team news
Dylan Edwards, Brian To’o, Nathan Cleary, Isaah Yeo and Liam Martin have all been named to back up from Origin. Scott Sorensen has served his suspension, with Izack Tago moving back to the centres. In a surprising move, Paul Alamoti has been dropped from the backline with Daine Laurie and Brad Schneider also out. Harrison Hassett, after impressing on debut, keeps his spot on the bench.
Squad: 1. Dylan Edwards 2. Thomas Jenkins 3. Izack Tago 4. Casey McLean 5. Brian To’o 6. Blaize Talagi 7. Nathan Cleary 8. Moses Leota 9. Mitch Kenny 10. Lindsay Smith 11. Scott Sorensen 12. Liam Martin 13. Isaah Yeo 14. Luke Sommerton 15. Matt Eisenhuth 16. Luron Patea 17. Harrison Hassett 18. Brad Schneider 19. Riley Wake 20. Preston Riki 21. Daine Laurie 22. Jack Cole 23. Paul Alamoti 24. Austin Dias
Parramatta Eels team news
Mitchell Moses and Zac Lomax have been named to back up from Origin One. With Moses back, Dean Hawkins loses his place but remains on standby. Will Penisini has been ruled out due to a head knock which sees Jordan Samrani chosen at centre. After a strong debut, Joash Papalii has been retained on the bench.
Squad: 1. Isaiah Iongi 2. Zac Lomax 3. Sean Russell 4. Jordan Samrani 5. Josh Addo-Carr 6. Dylan Brown 7. Mitchell Moses 8. Jack Williams 9. Ryley Smith 10. Junior Paulo 11. Kelma Tuilagi 12. Kitione Kautoga 13. J’maine Hopgood 14. Dylan Walker 15. Luca Moretti 16. Ryan Matterson 17. Joash Papali’i 18. Matt Doorey 19. Joey Lussick 20. Toni Mataele 21. Dean Hawkins 22. Samuel Loizou
Penrith Panthers vs Parramatta Eels prediction
The "Battle of the West" sees two traditional rivals, Penrith and Parramatta, clash at CommBank Stadium
The Penrith Panthers (17th) suffered a 25-6 defeat to the Newcastle Knights in Round 12, albeit with a depleted side due to missing Origin players. Their form has been erratic all season, winning two out of the last five with one draw.
In stark contrast, the Paramatta Eels (15th) are coming off a strong 30-10 victory over the Manly Sea Eagles in Round 12, their second straight win and third in five.
Panthers winger Brian To'o has an excellent try-scoring record against the Eels, having crossed for 10 tries in 13 games against them.
Incredibly, Parramatta are aiming for three consecutive NRL wins for the first time since 2023.
The Panthers won both encounters against the Eels in 2024, with scores of 36-34 and 26-18. Penrith lead the overall head-to-head 28-25. However, the Eels have won three of their last four clashes against the Panthers at CommBank Stadium.
Despite their current ladder position, the Panthers are a different proposition with their Origin stars onboard. In saying that, they have been the most disappointing team in the competition and the Eels will sense an opportunity to pounce.
Penrith Panthers vs Parramatta Eels tip: Parramatta to win
