Silverchair declines grand final performance ahead of Knights match
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 8:22 AM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Legendary Australian band Silverchair has announced they will not perform at the NRL Grand Final on October 1, 2026. The Newcastle Knights' first grand final in 25 years has garnered calls for the band to play, but they cited rustiness as the reason for their absence. In a statement, the band expressed strong support for the Knights and emphasized community unity through football. The NRL has scheduled other performances for the pre-game ceremony. The Knights are set to face the Sydney Roosters at Homebush.
- •Silverchair supports the Newcastle Knights but will not perform on October 1.
- •The Knights are in their first grand final in 25 years.
- •The NRL will feature other Australian artists in the pre-game show.
- •The match is scheduled for 7:30 PM AEST at Homebush.
- 8:22 AMZero Tackle NRL — “For the first time in ages”: Silverchair release statement ahead of grand final
"Fans have called on the band to play at the Knights first grand final in 25 years.
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