All 12 NRL teams for Round 1 games on Australian soil have been confirmed, with a number of coaches raising eyebrows.

The Canberra Raiders sit at the top of that list with a pair of big decisions made, while the opening round will also be headlined by fullbacks, returning stars and another intriguing call at the premiers.

Here are all the team list talking points for Round 1, rapid fire style.

ROUND 1 TEAMS IN FULL

Melbourne Storm

Parramatta Eels

New Zealand Warriors

Sydney Roosters

Brisbane Broncos

Penrith Panthers

Cronulla Sharks

Gold Coast Titans

Manly Sea Eagles

Canberra Raiders

The Dolphins

South Sydney Rabbitohs

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