The highly anticipated return of the NRL is here! Get ready for an exciting Pre-season Challenge as the young talent steps up to lead the Northern Queensland Cowboys over the baby Bulldogs. But here's where it gets controversial... Who will emerge as the true leaders of these teams? And this is the part most people miss... The Cowboys have strategically kept a few key players in the lineup for the opening trial, while the Bulldogs have chosen to rest most of their best players. Will this strategy pay off for the Cowboys, or will the Bulldogs' fresh and energetic approach take the lead? Join us as we dive into the action and find out! Follow all the thrilling moments in the live blog below, and don't miss out on the chance to witness these teams in action. But remember, gambling can be costly. Set a deposit limit and seek support if needed. Round 1 is set to showcase the talent and determination of these teams, and you won't want to miss it! Teams: Cowboys: 1. Mason Barber, 2. Robert Derby, 3. Zac Laybutt, 4. Liam Sutton, 5. Jaxson Paulo, 6. Jaxon Purdue, 7. Jake Clifford, 8. Harrison Edwards, 9. Xavier Kerrisk, 10. Thomas Mikaele, 11. Heilum Luki, 12. Kai O'Donnell, 13. Sam McIntyre, 14. Zac Herdegen, 15. Kaiden Lahrs, 16. Mason Kira, 17. Matthew Watts, 18. Creedence Toia, 19. Ronald Philitoga, 20. Maddox Goodwin, 21. Wiremu Greig, 22. Tyler Moriarty, 23. Joseph Doyle, 24. Isaiah Latu Bulldogs: 1. Taye Cochrane, 2. Cooper Toy, 3. Sosaia Alatini, 4. Jed Reardon, 5. Jonathan Sua, 6. Joseph Teaupa, 7. Alex Conti, 8. Daniel Suluka-Fifita, 9. Gordon Chan Kum Tong, 10. Samuel Hughes, 11. Alekolasimi Jones, 12. Logan Spinks, 13. Lipoi Hopoi, 14. Fletcher Baker, 16. Zyon Maiu'u, 17. Aaymon Fitzgibbon, 19. Jack Underhill, 20. Raymond Puru, 21. Hamish Wilson, 22. Jope Rauqe, 23. Michael Nassar, 24. Justin Matamua, 25. Bud Smith, 26. Bailey Myers
