NRLW TEAMS & PREVIEWS - 2025 Round 2

It's Teamlist Tuesday! Get all the NRLW teamlists and officials here from 4pm each Tuesday, with updated squads and late mail across the round and match previews from our writers.

Here's when everything happens:

• Tuesday afternoon: match official appointments
• Tuesday 4pm: squads named for each club
• 24 hours from kickoff: squad update (three players omitted, squads reduced to 19)
• One hour from kickoff: final lineups (17 players plus one reserve or '18th player')
• From Wednesday: our team delivers previews right here on this page for each of the six games.

The competition

The NRLW has expanded to a 12-team competition this year, with Canterbury-Bankstown introduced and the Warriors returning after a four-season absence (having withdrawn at the end of 2020). The season will be played over 11 rounds with a top-six, three week finals series to be played in September and October.

Time zones

All times are listed in AEST (NSW/QLD/VIC/ACT). Variations on kickoffs in other time zones are shown where appropriate.

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Wests Tigers (W) v Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs (W)
Thu July 10 2025, 7:45pm at Campbelltown Sports Stadium, Leumeah / Dharawal

1. Jetaya Faifua 2. Terina Te Tamaki 3. Lily Rogan 4. Emily Bass 5. Caitlin Turnbull 6. Evie McGrath 7. Losana Lutu 8. Sarah Togatuki 9. Pihuka Berryman-Duff 10. Christian Pio 11. Kezie Apps 12. Montana Clifford 13. Jade Fonua 14. Chelsea Savill 15. Tara Reinke 16. Jessikah Reeves 17. Amelia Huakau 18. Faythe Manera 22. Iemaima Etuale

Unchanged

Update:  19. Rebecca Pollard, 20. Claudia Nielsen and 23. Claudia Brown are omitted. Manera and Etuale remain in the squad.

Late mail: Huakau starts lock with Fonua benched. Manera 18th player; Iemaima Etuale omitted.

1. Andie Robinson 2. Bridget Hoy 3. Simina Lokotui 4. Moana Courtenay 5. Adi Vani Buleki 6. Ash Quinlan 7. Tayla Preston 8. Angelina Teakaraanga Katoa 9. Ebony Prior 10. Tegan Dymock 11. Alexis Tauaneai 12. Latisha Smythe 13. Holli Wheeler 14. Shaquaylah Mahakitau-Monschau 15. Shaniece Monschau 16. Shannon Muru 17. Kalosipani Hopoate 18. Hope Millard 19. Elizabeth MacGregor

Changes: Shaquaylah Mahakitau-Monschau (hooker to bench), Ebony Prior (bench to hooker)

Update: 20. Anneka Wilson, 21. Paea Uilou, 22. Pauline Suli-Ruka are omitted with Millard and MacGregor in the squad.

Late mail: Mahakitau-Monschau starts dummy half with Prior benched. Millard is 18th player, Elizabeth MacGregor misses out.

Match Officials
Referees: Belinda Sharpe;Sideline Officials: Darian Furner, Karra-Lee Nolan;Video Referees: Todd Smith;

Match preview

- Beth Nicholls

The Tigers host the Bulldogs and set their sights on their first win of the season. 

Playing the Broncos last week away from home last week, the Tigers had a solid defensive start to the game, where they didn't concede their first try until the 20th minutes. This defence didn't last for the Tigers though, with them losing with a final scoreline of 28-4. 

Coach Brett Kimmorley names an unchanged side from the Round 1 defeat, with former Rugby Sevens Jetaya Faifua at fullback, Losana Lutu and Evie McGrath in the halves and Pihuka Berryman-Duff rounding out the spine at hooker, along with Kezie Apps captaining the side. 

The Bulldogs first NRLW game is surely one for the books, defeating the Knights 26-12, with both Ashleigh Quinlan and Moana Courtenay scoring try doubles in their opening match. 

Much like the Tigers, the Bulldogs also name an unchanged side for this clash, with veterans Tayla Preston and Ashleigh Quinlan making up the halves partnership, and co-captain Angelina Teakaraanga-Katoa leading the forward pack.

Who to watch: Making her Tigers debut last week, Emily Bass is an experienced centre who has scored twelve tries in just 19 games, including four in her NRLW debut year at the Broncos in 2021.

Previously playing for the Eels and Sharks, Tayla Preston joined the Bulldogs as their inaugural player as halfback and co-captain for 2025. Preston brings experience and leadership to the side, and already has a try assist to her name for this season. 

My tip: The Bulldogs have a point to prove in their inaugural season and the Tigers are begging for a win, I think it'll be a tight and close game, but the Dogs will just prevail in the end. Canterbury by 2.

Canberra Raiders (W) v Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks (W)
Sat July 12 2025, 12:45pm at GIO Stadium Canberra, Bruce / Ngunnawal

1. Cheyelle Robins-Reti 2. Madison Bartlett 3. Leianne Tufuga 4. Mackenzie Wiki 5. Isabella Waterman 6. Sereana Naitokatoka 7. Zahara Temara 8. Chloe Saunders 9. Chante Temara 10. Sophie Holyman 11. Monalisa Soliola 12. Hollie Dodd 13. Simaima Taufa 14. Emma Barnes 15. Grace Kemp 16. Jordyn Preston 20. Tatiana Finau 18. Jaida Faleono

Out: Georgia Thomas (five-eighth to reserve)
In: Sereana Naitokatoka (five-eighth)

Update: 19. Georgia Thomas, 21. Relna Wuruki-hosea and 22. Elise Simpson omitted. A change on the bench with Taitana Finau replacing Lili Boyle on the bench.

Late Mail: The change confirmed with 20. Tatiana Finau named on the bench in place of Lili Boyle; 18. Jaida Faleono the reserve

1. Emma Verran 2. Cassie Staples 3. Tiana Penitani 4. Annessa Biddle 5. Georgia Ravics 6. Georgia Hannaway 7. Chantay Kiria-Ratu 8. Ellie Johnston 9. Quincy Dodd 10. Jacinta Carter 11. Talei Holmes 12. Rhiannon Byers 13. Brooke Anderson 14. Nakia Davis-Welsh 15. Jaydika Tafua 16. Manilita Takapautolo 17. Stephanie Faulkner 18. Grace-Lee Weekes

Out: Filomina Hanisi (bench)
In: Stephanie Faulkner (bench)

Update: 20. Dominique Du Toit, 21. Tommaya Kelly-Sines are omitted as Weekes and Leilua remain in the squad.

Late Mail: Cronulla are 1-17 with 18. Grace-Lee Weekes the reserve. Leilua omitted.

Match Officials
Referees: Mitchell Currie;Sideline Officials: Ethan Klein, Micheal Ford;Video Referees: Matt Noyen;

Match preview

- AJ Lucantonio

Two teams that failed to crack the winners list in the opening round kickstart Round 2 of the NRLW season when the Canberra Raiders host the Cronulla Sharks.

The Raiders were disappointing in their opening round clash against the Dragons going down by over 20 points. It was a match that wasn't without it's moments with winger Isabella Waterman putting on the hit of the season on Bobbi Law. They will look for their edge defence to be much stronger this time around after Tegan Berry and Indie Bostock tore their edge apart. To beat the Sharks, they need to win the middle, which they had some success with on Saturday, win contact and use Zahara Temara's kicking game. On their team news, Fiji Bulikula representative Sereana Naitokatoka returns from suspension to partner with halfback Zahara Temara in the halves. 

For the Sharks, they were a touch frustrating in the first round of their campaign against the Eels on Thursday night. The first half was full of errors and ill-discipline from Tony Herman's chargers. Their contact in defence was also a problem with too many missed tackles. To fix that, they need to stick on contact and get to their set ends. Tiana Penitani Gray was strong on the centres while Annessa Biddle charged hard in attack, if they work the middle third of the field, it will allow their strike weapons to get on the outside and cause some carnage. On the team news, the unfortunate news that Filomina Hanisi is out for the season after suffering an ACL injury in the loss against the Eels last week, Stephanie Faulkner comes onto the bench in the only change to the line up.

Who to watch: After a quiet first round performance, Mackenzie Wiki will be primed for a big one in this one. She only had seven runs but did set up the Madison Bartlett try in the first half. Watch for Wiki to charge through and go head-to-head with two of the most powerful centres in the game. For Cronulla, the focus is on Georgia Hannaway. The QLD Origin rep will be looking for a bounce back in the halves. Despite a strong attacking performance, Parramatta made her a target in attack where she missed eight tackles.

My tip: It will be a fun game between two sides that are evenly matched after their first-round performance. I just favour the Sharks to have too much class in the big moments to overrun the Raiders in this contest. Cronulla by 8.

St George Illawarra Dragons (W) v Sydney Roosters (W)
Sat July 12 2025, 3:15pm at Jubilee Stadium, Carlton / Bidjigal

1. Teagan Berry 2. Margot Vella 3. Indie Bostock 4. Bobbi Law 5. Keele Browne 6. Kasey Reh 7. Raecene Mcgregor 8. Madison Mulhall 9. Zali Hopkins 17. Ahlivia Ingram 15. Ella Koster 12. Charlotte Basham 13. Hannah Southwell 10. Pia Tapsell 11. Shenai Lendill 14. Nita Maynard 16. Trinity Tauaneai 21. Jamilee Mcgregor

Changes: Keele Browne (centre to wing), Bobbi Law (wing to centre)

Update: 18. Bronte Wilson, 19. Grace Hamilton and 22. Jayme Millard omitted. Gregory and McGregor remain in the squad.

Late Mail: 17. Ahlivia Ingram moves to the starting prop role with 10. Pia Tapsell moving to the bench; 15. Ella Koster also moves to the starting side in the second row with 11. Shenai Lendill dropping to the bench; 21. Jamilee McGregor is the reserve

1. Brydie Parker 2. Logan Fletcher 3. Jessica Sergis 4. Isabelle Kelly 5. Mia Wood 6. Corban Baxter 7. Jocelyn Kelleher 8. Otesa Pule 9. Keeley Davis 10. Rima Butler 11. Aliyah Nasio 12. Jasmine Strange 13. Olivia Kernick 14. Shawden Burton 15. Macie Carlile 16. Amber Hall 17. Taneisha Gray 18. Jayde Herdegen

Out: Taina Naividi (wing), Jayme Fressard (wing)
In: Logan Fletcher (wing), Amber Hall (bench)
Changes: Mia Wood (second row to wing), Aliyah Nasio (bench to second row)

Update: 20. Imogen Hei, 21. Tyra Ekepati are omitted. Herdegen and Lopamaua remain in the squad.

Late Mail: Roosters 1-17; 18. Jayde Herdegen is the reserve. Elisa Lopamaua misses out.

Match Officials
Referees: Kasey Badger;Sideline Officials: Darian Furner, Dillian Wells;Video Referees: Matt Noyen;

Match preview

- AJ Lucantonio

Two first round winners are looking to keep their undefeated start to the season alive as the St George Illawarra Dragons host the Sydney Roosters. 

The Dragons were explosive in their first round with a 22-point victory over the Canberra Raiders. Teagan Berry was at her explosive best, running for over 240 metres, three line-breaks and 10 tackle breaks. Indie Bostock was also strong in her NRLW debut while new coach Nathan Cross seemed to get the best out of half Raecene McGregor. Their pack of forwards were consistent and restricted Canberra outside a limited period in the second half where they had the momentum. To beat the Roosters, they need to weather the storm consistently and take advantage of their opportunities. On the team card, there has been a slight reshuffle of the backs with Keele Browne named on the wing and Bobbi Law named at centre.

For the Roosters, they picked up a 30-6 victory over the Warriors in their season opener at Allianz Stadium. The performance while dominant, showcased there is plenty of room to grow for this side and that's without adding dynamic half Tarryn Aitken who missed the game with a shoulder injury. To beat the Dragons, they need a full 70 minute effort, a slow start cannot be repeated after what we saw their opponents do in Canberra last start. Their one sore point was the nasty elbow injury to Jayme Fressard who will miss an extended period as she recovers. Taina Naividi, who scored a hat-trick last week, is out with concussion. Logan Fletcher comes in for her first appearance, while Mia Wood moves from the second row to the backs. Aliyah Nasio comes from the bench to start in the second row, with Amber Hall coming onto the bench. 

Who to watch: After being a high profile signing from the Roosters. It's fair to say Raecene McGregor hasn't lifted to the lofty heights she had as the 2022 Dally M NRLW Player of the Year. But, there was signs she was back to her best in Canberra. Her running game caused the Raiders defence nightmares and her general control along with her combination with Kasey Reh were key. For the Roosters, the focus is on Olivia Kernick. Last season's NRLW Dally M Medallist had a strong start against the Warriors, moving to 13 this season from the edge last year brings increased workload, but based off the limited sample size to date, she has managed it well and the expectation is to keep on keeping on.

My tip: The Roosters are heavily favoured to go 2-0 to start this NRLW season. But I saw enough from the Dragons in the first round to say that this will be close to one of the games of the season (yes in Round 2). Expect this one to go down to the wire and the experience of the Roosters being enough to get them home. Sydney by 4.

North Queensland Cowboys (W) v Newcastle Knights (W)
Sat July 12 2025, 5:15pm at Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Townsville / Wulgurukaba

1. Jakiya Whitfeld 2. Krystal Blackwell 3. Abigail Roache 4. Jasmine Peters 5. Francesca Goldthorp 6. Rosie Kelly 7. Kirra Dibb 8. Lillian Yarrow 9. Emma Manzelmann 10. Makenzie Weale 11. Tallisha Harden 12. Hailee-Jay Maunsell 13. Bree Chester 14. Alisha Foord 15. Lily Peacock 17. Essay Banu 19. Lily Dick 18. Ana Malupo

Changes: Essay Banu (second row to bench), Hailee-Jay Maunsell (bench to second row)

Update: 20. Tahlulah Tillett, 21. Tafao Asaua and 22. Ebony Raftstrand-Smith omitted. Malupo and Dick remain in the squad.

Late mail: Lily Dick will debut on the bench with  16. Najvada George omitted and Malupo as 18th player.

1. Botille Vette-Welsh 2. Sheridan Gallagher 3. Shanice Parker 4. Tenika Willison 5. Lilly-Ann White 6. Georgia Roche 7. Jesse Southwell 8. Tayla Predebon 9. Olivia Higgins 10. Tiana Davison 11. Evah McEwen 12. Yasmin Clydsdale 13. Kayla Romaniuk 14. Jules Kirkpatrick 15. Simone Karpani 16. Sienna Yeo 17. Grace Kukutai 18. Joeli Morris

Out: Joeli Morris (hooker to reserve)
In: Olivia Higgins (hooker)

Update: 19. Tess Staines, 20. Keighley Simpson and 22. Evie Jones omitted. Morris and Tinao remain in the squad.

Late mail: 21. Viena Tinao cut. The Knights are 1-17 with Morris 18th player.

Match Officials
Referees: Tori Wilkie;Sideline Officials: Rochelle Tamarua, Josh Eaton;Video Referees: Liam Kennedy;

Match preview

- Kelly Hollis

North Queensland will look to build on their strong Round 1 showing when they host the Newcastle Knights in Townsville on Saturday afternoon as part of a Queensland double-header. 

After a challenging 2024 season, the Cowboys started 2025 in perfect fashion, dominating the Titans 20-6 with a defensive performance that impressed coach Ricky Henry. Their ability to contain a dangerous Gold Coast outfit to just one try suggests this Cowboys side has turned a corner defensively, and they'll be keen to make Queensland Country Bank Stadium a fortress again this year. Henry has named an unchanged 17 for the Round 2 clash, with a minor tweak seeing Haillee-Jay Ormund-Maunsell starting in the second row after coming off the bench last week.

In contrast, the Newcastle Knights endured a frustrating start to their season, going down 26-12 to an enthusiastic Bulldogs side at Accor Stadium. Despite scoring the opening try through Georgia Roche and a second-half effort from Botille Vette-Welsh, the Knights never quite looked in sync, particularly in defence, where they allowed five tries. Yasmin Clydsdale was a shining light, leading from the front with over 100 metres in the first half alone in her first outing as captain. The Knights will be buoyed by the return of Olivia Higgins from suspension, but otherwise, coach Ben Jeffries has stuck with the same group in the hope of finding some early-season cohesion.

Who to watch: For the Cowboys, fullback Jakiya Whitfield was electric in Round 1, scoring a try and running for over 240 metres. If she can tighten up her defensive positioning, she has the potential to be one of the breakout stars of the competition. 

For the Knights, winger Sheridan Gallagher impressed with over 200 run metres in a losing effort. Given better field position and service, she could be a game-changer on the edge.

My tip: Playing in front of their home crowd and riding the momentum from Round 1, the Cowboys will be hard to beat. Their defensive resolve, combined with strike power across the park, gives them the edge over a Knights side still finding its rhythm. North Qld by 8.

Warriors (W) v Parramatta Eels (W)
Sun July 13 2025, 11:50am at Go Media Stadium, Penrose / Aotearoa

1. Apii Nicholls 2. Michaela Brake 3. Tysha Ikenasio 4. Emmanita Paki 5. Payton Takimoana 6. Patricia Maliepo 7. Emily Curtain 8. Harata Butler 9. Capri Paekau 10. Lavinia Kitai 11. Shakira Baker 12. Kaiyah Atai 13. Laishon Albert-Jones 14. Lydia Turua-quedley 15. Maarire Puketapu 16. Ashlee Matapo 17. Matekino Gray 18. Makayla Eli

Unchanged

Update: 19. Avery-rose Carmont 20. Ivana Lauitiiti and 22. Metanoia Fotu Moala cut. Eli and Wetere remain.

Late mail: 1-17, Eli is 18th player and Watere is omitted.

1. Abbi Church 2. Zali Fay 3. Rory Owen 4. Lindsay Tui 5. Martha Mataele 6. Cassey Tohi-Hiku 7. Rachael Pearson 8. Elsie Albert 9. Rueben Cherrington 19. Tess McWilliams 11. Chloe Jackson 12. Paige Travis 13. Ryvrr-Lee Alo 10. Breanna Eales 14. Taneka Todhunter 15. Rysh'e Fa'amausili 17. Fleur Ginn 18. Rosemarie Beckett

Out: Tess McWilliams (front row to bench)
In: Breanna Eales (front row)

Update: 20. Jessica Kennedy 21. Yasmine Baker and 22. Chelsea Makira cut. Beckett and McWilliams remain.

Late mail: McWilliams starts prop, Eales drops to the bench and 16. Ruby-Jean Kennard is omitted.

Match Officials
Referees: Ziggy Przeklasa-Adamski;Sideline Officials: Jack Feavers, Joseph Green;Video Referees: Kasey Badger;

Match preview

- Kelly Hollis

The Warriors return home for a history-making double-header with their NRL counterparts, hosting the Parramatta Eels in what will be just the second time the club's NRLW team has played on New Zealand soil. 

It's been a long road back for the Warriors, who only re-entered the NRLW competition this season after a four-year absence. Their first match since 2020 saw them take on the reigning premiers in a tough initiation, falling 30-6 to the Roosters. While the scoreboard wasn't flattering, there was plenty to admire in the resilience and physicality of the Warriors' mostly inexperienced squad. With 10 debutants in their Round 1 side and only seven players with prior NRLW experience, coach Ron Griffiths has understandably opted for consistency, naming an unchanged 17 for this special homecoming clash.

Their opponents, the Parramatta Eels, opened their 2025 campaign with an upset win over last year's grand finalists Cronulla. The 18-16 victory came on the back of impressive ball control (an 87% completion rate) and standout performances from the likes of halfback Rachael Pearson and Queensland representative Rory Owen. Owen was a wrecking ball on both sides of the field, racking up over 170 metres and breaking eight tackles in a dominant showing. Head coach Steve Georgallis has made minimal changes, with Breanna Eales promoted to the starting side at prop and Tess McWilliams moving to the reserves.

Who to watch: For the Warriors, Patricia Maliepo is a name to remember. The five-eighth scored her side's only try last week and converted it herself, giving the home crowd someone to rally behind as the campaign builds momentum. Expect her to be a key figure in organising their attack once again. For the Eels, Rory Owen was electric in Round 1 and looms as a constant threat to opposition defences. If she gets more opportunities in attacking territory, a try seems inevitable.

My tip: It's hard to go past the Eels on paper, but with a vocal Auckland crowd and the emotion of a long-awaited homecoming, the Warriors will be fired up for a response. If they can tighten up their attack and build on last week's defensive grit, they're every chance of causing a surprise. Warriors by 6.

Gold Coast Titans (W) v Brisbane Broncos (W)
Sun July 13 2025, 4:00pm at Cbus Super Stadium, Robina / Yugambeh

5. Lily Patston 2. Kayla Jackson 3. Georgia Grey 4. Ivana Lolesio 17. Jasmine Solia 6. Pauline Piliae 7. Lauren Brown 8. Natasha Penitani 9. Taliah Fuimaono 10. Jessika Elliston 11. Sienna Lofipo 12. Shaylee Bent 13. Georgia Hale 14. Lily-Rose Kolc 15. Megan Pakulis 16. Ngatokotoru Arakua 19. Takoda Thompson 18. Lailani Montgomery

Out: Destiny Mino-Sinapati (wing), Brittany Breayley-Nati (hooker), Dannii Perese (bench to reserve)
In: Lily Patston (wing), Lily Kolc (bench), Megan Pakulis (bench)
Changes: Taliah Fuimaono (five-eighth to hooker), Pauline Piliae-Rasabale (bench to five-eighth)

Update: 20. Dannii Perese cut, Montgomery and Thompson remain.

Late mail: 1. Jaime Chapman is out. Patston moves to fullback with Solia coming in at wing. Thompson is the new bench player, Montgomery is the reserve.

1. Tamika Upton 2. Kerri Johnson 3. Mele Hufanga 4. Julia Robinson 5. Hayley Maddick 6. Gayle Broughton 7. Ali Brigginshaw 8. Keilee Joseph 9. Jada Ferguson 10. Brianna Clark 11. Tara McGrath-West 12. Romy Teitzel 13. Bree Spreadborough 14. Destiny Brill 15. Chelsea Lenarduzzi 16. Reegan Hicks 17. Shalom Sauaso 18. Azalleyah Maaka

Out: Tafito Lafaele (bench to reserve)
In: Reegan Hicks (bench)

Update: 20. Tafito Lafaele, 21. Skyla Adams and 22. Montaya Hudson cut, Maaka and Dam remain.

Late mail: 1-17, Maaka is 18th player, 19. Lauren Dam omitted.

Match Officials
Referees: Clayton Wills;Sideline Officials: Cody Kwik, Hamish Kleijn;Video Referees: Kasey Badger;

Match preview

- Beth Nicholls

Brisbane travel south to the Gold Coast to take on the Titans as the first game in a Sunday night double header at Cbus Super Stadium. 

Losing their first 2025 QLD derby to the Cowboys up North at Townsville with a 20-6 scoreline, the Titans will be looking to get the job done this time and score a win over their big sister Broncos. 

Karyn Murphy makes a few changes and positional shuffles to the squad for this South-East QLD derby clash. With Destiny Mino-Sinapati out with an ankle injury, train-and-trial signing Lily Patston gets to make her NRLW debut on the wing, along with Canadian international Megan Pakulis making her NRLW debut from the bench. Brittany Breayley-Nat fractured collarbone causes Taliah Fuimaono shifting to starting hooker, Pauline Piliae-Rasabale to five-eighth, with Lily Kolc joining the bench. 

The Broncos sit on the opposite end of the table to the Titans, happily occupying first place after convincingly beating the Tigers at home in Round 1. Big sister Broncos will be looking to claim their third win from five games against the Gold Coast side. 

Scott Prince makes one change to the side that got the job done last week. 18-year-old forward Reegan Hicks makes her NRLW debut from the bench in place of Tafito Lafaele. Azalleyah Maaka is named as 18th player, in an otherwise unchanged side. 

Who to watch: Inking an extension with the Titans until 2027 earlier this year, Jillaroos and Sky Blues representative, Jaime Chapman is just getting started. Previously playing for the Dragons and Broncos before moving to the Titans in 2023, Chapman already has a highlights reel, and is looking to bring Gold Coast their first premiership after appearing in their 2023 Grand Final, where despite the loss she scored her first hat trick, and the Titans only tries in the match.

Monumental in her return to the Broncos, Tamika Upton made one line break, four line break assists, and three try assists against the Tigers last week. Captaining the Brisbane side in 2025, Upton is a force to be reckoned with, and the strike weapon that the Broncos were just missing in 2024. 

My tip: QLD derbies are always a fun time, but my head and heart are saying Broncos will take home this one. Brisbane by 14.