Parramatta will open its NRLW campaign against the Wests Tigers on Sunday, July 23 at CommBank Stadium.
The draw for the upcoming premier women’s rugby league competition was released this morning.
The season opener will kick-off at Midday.
The new Premiership will feature nine standalone double headers in all Club markets (Townsville, Gold Coast, Brisbane, Newcastle, Sydney and Canberra), as well as 18 Club double headers (NRLW matches before NRL fixtures).
The NRL Telstra Women’s Premiership Grand Final will be played on Sunday, October 1, before the men’s decider.
The draw has been completed through detailed consultation with Clubs, the RLPA and partners to manage the complexity of a number of constraints this year, including the loss of stadiums.
“This year’s NRL Telstra Women’s Premiership will be super charged with four new teams, nine regular-season rounds, followed by semi finals and a Grand Final,” NRL CEO Andrew Abdo said.
“In 2023, there will be new rivalries and new timeslots with every match being broadcast on free-to-air TV nationally with primetime coverage for the first time ever.
“The schedule will include a balance of standalone double headers, Club double headers and standalone fixtures at new venues, aimed at maximising the opportunity for fans to experience the Premiership live or on broadcast across a range of markets.”
Fox Sports and Channel Nine will both screen all NRLW games live.
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