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Bulldogs and Panthers NRL match preparations

Overview

The Canterbury Bulldogs and Penrith Panthers are preparing for a critical match amidst various squad challenges. The Bulldogs are managing a COVID-19 outbreak that has affected ten squad members, including Jacob Preston, and forced assistant coach Adam O’Brien to work from home.

Simultaneously, the Penrith Panthers are facing an under-strength roster for the upcoming fixture at CommBank Stadium. Key players such as Isaah Yeo and Mitch Kenny are unavailable, leaving halfback Nathan Cleary to lead a depleted spine. The matchup also carries personal significance for Panthers player Casey McLean, who is seeking redemption following a previous disciplinary incident involving Bulldogs prop Max King.

Entities

Penrith Panthers · Canterbury Bulldogs · Adam O’Brien · Jacob Preston · Nathan Cleary

Timeline

  1. 23 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Penrith Panthers face Bulldogs with depleted squad

    The Penrith Panthers face the Canterbury Bulldogs with an under-strength squad led by Nathan Cleary, while Casey McLean seeks redemption following a previous disciplinary incident against the Bulldogs.

  2. 25 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Canterbury Bulldogs face COVID-19 outbreak ahead of Penrith clash

    Ten Canterbury Bulldogs players, including Jacob Preston, have tested positive for COVID-19, impacting training ahead of a crucial NRL match against the Penrith Panthers.

Sources

m.smh.com.au · theage.com.au · thesportingbase.com · waToday.com.au