NRL fixture release date and Perth Bears' first opponent in focus

Searches and coverage point to the NRL 2027 draw and the Perth Bears' first opponent. The items name the fixture release and draw details but do not state the opponent, so that claim is not confirmed here.

Timeline

1. 22 Oct, 23:30 UTCFirst appeared on Google Trends
2. 22 Oct, 23:30 UTCPicked up on News
3. 22 Oct, 23:30 UTCZero Tackle reports fixture release and Bears opener

Top sources

• perth bears first nrl opponentGoogle Trends
• NRL 2027 Draw: Season Start, Grand Final Date and Venue Splitssportstralia.com.au
• No CEO, no marquee, no hope? Joint venture syndrome threatens BearsThe Australian