NRL Finals Week 1 Team of the Week - Moley's Top Picks
Tony "Moley" Adams highlights the five players who made the biggest impact during the opening weekend of the 2025 NRL Finals. From Kaeo Weekes' heroic efforts for the Raiders to Reece Walsh's dramatic redemption for the Broncos, these athletes delivered standout performances. Toby Rudolf's late try sealed the Sharks' win, Nathan Cleary orchestrated key plays for the Panthers, and Jonah Pezet impressed for the Storm. Coaches and fans are sure to watch these players closely as the Finals progress.
- Tony Adams picks of the best from NRL Finals Week 1
- Who makes Moley's shortlist of top 5 performers?
- Which players starred in the weekend footy?
Kaeo Weekes starred for the Raiders in he NRL Qualifying Final (Getty Images)
Who stood out and who caught the eye across the opening weekend of the 2025 NRL Finals? Tony "Moley" Adams picks out his top five performers from the weekend action.
1. Kaeo Weekes (Raiders)
Had Canberra hung on against the Broncos, he would have been the hero - two wonderful tries and 250 run metres.
2. Reece Walsh (Broncos)
What can you say, lost the game against Canberra, then saved it, then helped win it. Rock star performance but for a head butt which saw him sin binned.
3. Toby Rudolf (Sharks)
The big man shocked the Roosters with four minutes left on the clock, scoring a powerhouse try to secure a well-deserve victory.
4. Nathan Cleary (Panthers)
Came up with the big plays when the Panthers needed them most against the Warriors, laying on the opening try and kicking superbly in general play.
5. Jonah Pezet (Storm)
Remarkable performance in only his second starting game at halfback in the win over the Bulldogs, setting up two tries and kicking a vital 40/20.
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