NRL Grand Final entertainment lineup in flux as Tones and I steps back
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 1:24 AM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026

The NRL Grand Final pre-game entertainment situation remains unresolved ahead of the event scheduled for next Sunday. Tones and I has withdrawn from the lineup due to a scheduling conflict, leading NRL boss Peter V'landys to explore alternative options for entertainment. Following this setback, V'landys announced that funding initially allocated for Tones and I's performance will instead benefit grassroots football initiatives. Veteran singer Shannon Noll has expressed his interest in performing, indicating a desire to pay tribute to Australian rock icon Angry Anderson, who recently passed away. Noll stated he is available but did not expect to receive a large payment for the performance.
- •Tones and I canceled her Grand Final performance due to a scheduling conflict.
- •Peter V'landys hints at potential surprise entertainment additions.
- •Shannon Noll is interested in performing to honor Angry Anderson.
- •$1 million will now support grassroots football initiatives instead.
- •The Grand Final is set for next Sunday at Accor Stadium.
- 1:24 AMZero Tackle NRL — NRL Grand Final entertainment saga takes new turn
"V’landys has not ruled out entertainment on grand final day.
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