NRL 2025: Top Players to Watch This Season

Last Updated on April 12, 2025 by Caesar

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Rising Stars and Key Players Making an Impact

Every year, new talent emerges alongside seasoned veterans. Here are the top players to watch this NRL season.

Reece Walsh, of the Brisbane Broncos, is an exciting talent with speed and beautiful footwork. Walsh tends to be the kind of player who excites crowds by creating scoring opportunities for his team. He is expected to shine this season in his key roles within Brisbane’s successful lineup.

After several seasons plagued by injury, Ryan Papenhuyzen is finally back to full fitness and ready to light up the NRL once again. According to Martin Gabor of news.com.au, the Storm are increasingly confident Papenhuyzen will extend his contract beyond 2025, keeping their star-studded spine intact. With explosive speed, sharp instincts, and a knack for creating game-breaking moments, Papenhuyzen is one of the most exciting players to watch in 2025 — and a huge asset to the Storm’s premiership hopes.

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Nathan Cleary is an imposing halfback for the Penrith Panthers. If he’s to prove he’s the league’s best, this is the season to do it. He has made excellent use of his kicking game and has also proved his worth as a playmaker, helping secure multiple wins for Penrith. Fresh off another stellar season, Cleary remains the linchpin of Penrith’s attack and a key player to watch.

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Cameron Munster of the Melbourne Storm is a multidimensional player whose game-controlling abilities render him an important element of the Storm’s game plan. Whether he’s setting up tries or pulling off critical defensive plays, he’s a must-watch player for anyone getting into NRL.

Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, known as ‘The Hammer,’ has become a central figure in the Dolphins’ rise. His speed and evasion are among the most deadly attacking weapons in the league today. Since joining the Dolphins, we can expect to see a lot more action from him in their lineup.

Get ready for some dazzling footwork and moments of unexpected brilliance from the Newcastle Knights’ Kalyn Ponga.

One of the most entertaining players in the NRL, if he can stay off the injury list, he’s sure to have a big impact on Newcastle this season.

With a powerful presence and sheer athleticism, the Brisbane Broncos’ Payne Haas is a forward who terrifies the opposition, both in attack and defense. 

He dominates the ground and covers ground with relentless energy and pace without stopping, making him more pivotal for the pack of the Broncos.

A longtime fan favorite, Latrell Mitchell of the South Sydney Rabbitohs is one of the most naturally gifted players in the game. Latrell is pure power, skill, and flair on the field. Whether at fullback or centre, he has the ability to turn a game on its head in moments — making him one of the must-watch players this season.

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Ready to Get Your NRL Gear? 

The upcoming season is starting to build up into one of the most exhilarating in recent history, with new exciting names and also established veterans clashing on the pitch, much to the delight of fans.

As the competition heats up, do yourselves a favour and buy your new NRL gear from Stateside Sports today and show your support for your favourite players and teams. Whether you’re cheering from the stands or watching from home, now’s the time to represent your colours and back your team with pride.

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