Peter V'landys outlines NRL's billion-dollar vision for expansion

Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 4:58 AM

Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Peter V'landys outlines NRL's billion-dollar vision for expansion
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NRL executive chairman Peter V'landys has unveiled plans to expand the league to 22 teams and reshape its schedule. V'landys aims for the NRL to secure a record revenue of over $900 million next year, with a goal to surpass $1 billion by 2028. His strategy includes bringing in new teams like the Perth Bears and PNG Chiefs, and pursuing an international investment of $57 million in the English Super League, contingent on the London Broncos' inclusion. The expansion process is expected to begin with a 21st team entering in 2029.

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  • •V'landys plans to expand NRL to 22 teams by 2035.
  • •NRL aims to surpass $1 billion in revenue by 2028.
  • •Perth Bears and PNG Chiefs are set to join by 2028.
  • •International investment of $57 million is under negotiation.
  • •21st team expected to be announced before Christmas 2026.
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From Super League, international rounds, expansion teams and when he could call it quits, PVL has laid it all out.

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