Gallery of greatness: 21 cracking snaps from 2021
Relive a sensational 2021 NRL Telstra Premiership season with an array of classic images.
Panthers forward Kurt Capewell celebrates the grand final win.
Penrith Panthers hold up the Telstra Premiership trophy.
Sam Walker's superb rookie season began against the Warriors in round four at the SCG.
Sea Eagles superstar Tom Trbojevic claimed the 2021 Dally M Medal.
Cowboy Jeremiah Nanai is swamped by team-mates after scoring on debut in round 22.
Jahrome Hughes slumps to the ground as the Storm's dream of back-to-back titles ends.
Brisbane's Albert Kelly and Rooster Victor Radley come together at the SCG.
Sharks flyer Sione Katoa with a trademark acrobatic finish against the Cowboys.
Blake Taaffe debuted in round 15 and finished the year playing in a grand final.
The Blues celebrate their Origin triumph.
Nathan Cleary capped a magnificent season by leading Penrith to the title.
Panthers fans lap up the emotion on grand final night at Suncorp Stadium.
Origin joy for the Maroons in 2021 at Sunshine Coast Stadium.
The Bulldogs break their drought with a win over the Sharks in round seven.
Jakob Arthur is mobbed by family and friends after debuting for Parra in round 10.
Rabbitohs utility Benji Marshall and son Fox after the grand final loss to Penrith.
Emotions ran high at Leichhardt Oval in round five after the passing of Tommy Raudonikis.
The Panthers and Raiders get up close and personal in round five at BlueBet Stadium.
Retiring Rooster Jake Friend shares a moment with JWH on an emotional night at the SCG.
Josh Schuster celebrates one of the Sea Eagles' many tries in a season of exhilarating attack.
A fitting farewell for referee Matt Cecchin after his final premiership match in round 25.
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