The Penrith Panthers will host the Melbourne Storm on Friday night in a blockbuster NRL clash.
Currently sitting at the top of the table, another minor premiership will be on Penrith's mind, as they look to keep the Brisbane Broncos at bay.
Tyrone Peachey's suspension will see him miss this game, with the capable Zac Hosking slotting into the centres for the home side.
As for the Storm, they are coming off a commanding win over the Parramatta Eels, but face a stiff test against the reigning premiers.
Nelson Asofa-Solomona returns in a major boost to their forward pack, although centre Reimis Smith is still out through injury.
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Matches between these two defensively-minded teams have typically been low-scoring, so we could be in for a hard-fought 80 minutes at the foot of the mountains.
Here's everything you need to know about the Panthers vs Storm Round 23 clash.
What time is the NRL tonight? Panthers vs Storm kickoff
The game between the Penrith Panthers and Melbourne Storm will kick off at 8:00 pm AEST.
BlueBet Stadium in Penrith is the venue for the match.
| City | Sydney/Melbourne | Brisbane | Adelaide | Perth | New Zealand |
| Start time | 8:00 pm | 8:00 pm | 7:30 pm | 6:00 pm | 10:00 pm |
How to watch Panthers vs Storm: TV channel and live stream
Fox League and Channel Nine will both broadcast the game on Friday night with coverage continuing on Fox after the earlier fixture between the Titans and Warriors has finished.
Channel Nine's coverage will start at 7:30 pm AEST.
Kayo Sports and 9Now will also stream the game live.
| TV channel | Fox League / Channel Nine |
| Live stream | Kayo Sports / 9Now |
Panthers vs Storm Round 23 team lists
| PANTHERS TEAM LIST | STORM TEAM LIST |
| 1. Dylan Edwards 14. Soni Luke | 1. Nick Meaney |
