The NRL is back! Welcome to our live coverage from Las Vegas as the National Rugby League kicks off the 2026 season in Sin City. But here's where it gets controversial... While the Cowboys are finally on the board, scoring their first try of the season, the Knights' star player, Fletcher Sharpe, is battling a knee injury after a hot start. This raises the question: How will the team adapt to the loss of their key player? In the game's third year under the bright lights of Vegas, a stripped-back schedule features Super League clubs Hull KR and Leeds Rhinos going head-to-head, followed by Newcastle taking on North Queensland and Canterbury beginning its campaign against St George Illawarra. Follow all the action and talking points in our live blog below. But this is the part most people miss... The NRL's decision to host the season in Las Vegas has sparked debate. Some fans argue that it's a great opportunity to bring rugby league to a new audience, while others believe it takes the sport away from its traditional roots. So, what do you think? Is the NRL making a smart move, or is it a step too far? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
