The NRL needs superstar firepower within the stands when it opens the 2024 season in Las Vegas for the primary time.
And proper now there’s no larger identify on the planet than Taylor Swift … however whereas she’s at present on tour it’s her different half that league bosses hope will come alongside to observe the opening video games.
The solely place to observe each video games of the Las Vegas opening double-header reside is Fox League, accessible on Kayo. New to Kayo? Start your free trial immediately >
Fresh off yet one more Super Bowl victory, Travis Kelce returned to Las Vegas after a whirlwind journey Down Under to assist Swift in Sydney.
The Kansas City Chiefs tight finish is the massive marquee identify the league are hoping will make an look – which may additionally propel his teammate and megastar Patrick Mahomes to return alongside in keeping with a supply.
Australian NFL participant Jordan Mailata has been selling the 2 NRL video games set to happen at Allegiant Stadium and, in keeping with The Daily Telegraph, has been encouraging Philadelphia Eagles teammate Jason Kelce to attend.
“Jordan is certainly working on Jason to go and if Jason goes, so will Travis,” a US supply stated.
“And if Travis goes, so will Mahomes. Patrick is tight with Travis, I think they’re, like, best buddies.”
It’s reported that a number of huge identify Australians are additionally being chased to be within the stands when the video games roll round on Sunday (AEDT).
From LIV Golf boss Greg Norman to NBA participant Patrick Mills and even AFL premiership coach Paul Roos – the NRL is hoping to have loads of huge names watching the motion reside in Vegas.
Arguably the most important names of all which were confirmed for the 2 matches are Hollywood actor Hugh Jackman together with boxing world champion Tim Tszyu.
What date is the NRL enjoying in Vegas?
March 3, 2024. (Australian time)
What date is NRL spherical 1 2024?
March 3, 2024 is the official season kick-off. The remainder of the golf equipment within the NRL will kick-off their seasons from March 7.
Why is the NRL enjoying in Las Vegas?
The NRL hopes to crack the US sport market in an enormous method by placing the video games in entrance of an American viewers. They have dedicated to enjoying video games in Las Vegas for 5 years.
What instances are the Las Vegas video games being performed (AEST)?
Manly Sea Eagles v South Sydney Rabbitohs is at 1.30pm (AEST).
Sydney Roosters v Brisbane Broncos is at 3.30pm (AEST).
Where can I watch NRL Las Vegas video games?
Live on Kayo and Foxtel.
International viewers can stream the video games on the Watch NRL app, and Kiwi viewers can watch on SKY NZ.
Source web site: www.foxsports.com.au
