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Officials of the Match: Las Vegas, First Round.

The officiating team for the Telstra Premiership kickoff in Las Vegas has been announced, with Ashley Klein and Adam Gee appointed as referees for the historic doubleheader at Allegiant Stadium on Sunday.

Klein, a seasoned referee with 377 games under his belt, will officiate the season opener between the Sea Eagles and Rabbitohs. Assisting him on the field will be touch judges Chriss Sutton and Wyatt Raymond, with Gerard Sutton in the NRL Bunker for video reviews.

On the other hand, Gee, who officiated his first grand final in 2023, will take charge of the later match between the Roosters and Broncos. He will be supported by touch judges Drew Oultram and Liam Kennedy, with Grant Atkins in the Bunker for video referrals.

NRL Match Officials for Round 1 in Las Vegas:
Sea Eagles vs. Rabbitohs
Referee: Ashley Klein
Touch Judge: Chriss Sutton
Touch Judge: Wyatt Raymond
Standby Referee/Touch Judge: Liam Kennedy/Drew Oultram
Bunker Review Official: Gerard Sutton