Panthers aim for 10 straight wins against Storm; Paps out. Crucial test for finals push ahead.
Ten months on from their epic showdown in the 2024 grand final the Panthers and Storm square off in what many predict will be a preview of this year's decider.
On the back of nine straight wins, the Panthers have risen from last on the ladder to fourth to make it abundantly clear that a fifth consecutive title is still very much on the cards.
With matches against the Storm, Raiders and Bulldogs in the next three weeks the premiers will get a stern test of their credentials as they head into another finals series.