NRL 2023: Penrith Panthers season review

In The Sporting News‘ pre-season preview of Penrith, the question was asked about how the Panthers could possibly improve upon perfection after claiming back-to-back premierships. 

Well, they found a way to do this after wrapping up the minor premiership before becoming the first team in the NRL era to win three consecutive titles. Each time you think this side has reached their end point, they continue to confound expectations as the winning machine at the foot of the mountains shows no sign of slowing down. 

The Sporting News takes a deep dive into Penrith Panthers’ season below.

Did the Panthers over-deliver or under-deliver in 2023?

Penrith’s pursuit of perfection proved to be their most difficult challenge during their golden reign as they travelled through the season with a massive target affixed to their backs.

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