Season 212021 Apr 2026

The 2021 regular season saw several teams and players reach major career milestones despite regional lockdowns affecting match locations. Penrith Panthers Wikipedia Runners-up South Sydney Rabbitohs Wikipedia Minor Premiers Melbourne Storm Wikipedia Top Try Scorer Alex Johnston (South Sydney) NRL Records Rule Adjustments & Innovations

: Due to COVID-19 lockdowns, the entire competition was moved to Queensland for the latter half of the season to ensure completion. Notable Individual Achievements Google Sports Data This response uses data provided by Google Sports Season 212021

Several gameplay innovations were introduced or gained prominence during this period: The 2021 regular season saw several teams and

: Penrith Panthers (14) vs. South Sydney Rabbitohs (12). South Sydney Rabbitohs (12)

: Expansion of the rule to include offsides to speed up play.

: Introduced to the Super League in 2021 (and NRL in 2020), rewarding tactical long-distance kicking.

: Billy Slater was a notable historical figure mentioned in reviews, though the 2021 Dally M Medal for the league's best player was awarded to Tom Trbojevic (Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles).