Melbourne Storm and Penrith Panthers Prepare for Grand-Final Rematch with Key Players in Focus

Melbourne enters the clash at full strength with Nelson Asofa-Solomona returning, while Penrith faces setbacks as Daine Laurie and Dylan Edwards are ruled out.

The Melbourne Storm have named Nelson Asofa-Solomona in their lineup, marking his return after missing last year’s grand final due to suspension.
Penrith Panthers will be without Daine Laurie and Dylan Edwards due to injuries, with Thomas Jenkins stepping in as a replacement.
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy downplayed last year’s grand final result, emphasizing the upcoming match as a fresh challenge.
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary acknowledged the emotional weight of rematches but stressed respect for the Storm and the difficulty of playing in Melbourne.
Historical trends show Penrith excelling in grand-final rematches, while Melbourne has struggled in similar scenarios in recent years.