NFL legend Rob Gronkowski has sent a stirring message to American fans ahead of the NRL's impending return to Las Vegas.
For the second-straight year, the rugby league season will kick off in Sin City, with four massive matches on the agenda at Allegiant Stadium.
Canberra will take on four-time reigning premiers Penrith, while the Warriors will take on the highly-fancied Sharks in a round one double-header.
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However, in an added boost, the Jillaroos will take on England in a women's international fixture, while Super League powerhouses Warrington and Wigan will also square off.
In a fresh piece advertising campaign, Gronkowski - who is arguably the greatest tight end in NFL history and won four Super Bowl rings - set the scene for 2025.
Rob Gronkowski has set the stage for the NRL in Las Vegas. NRL
"You feel that? That's your off-season sorted," he said as rugby league highlights played.
"It's football, but not as you know it. No pads, no armour, no time-outs.
"The very best rugby league players from around the world collide in Las Vegas. Eight teams, four games. One epic ticket.
"Get your football fix with rugby league in Las Vegas."
Gronkowski was involved in the lead-up to last year's rugby league extravaganza, which drew a healthy crowd at the home of the Las Vegas Raiders.
It's estimated that 30,000 tickets have already been sold for the four-game spectacle.