The NRL hires the last music star you would EVER expect to sell its blockbuster 2025 Las Vegas matches
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The NRL has called on pop icon Rick Astley to help promote its blockbuster Las Vegas matches this year in a decision that can only be described as highly surprising. Astley, 58, achieved global fame through his 1980s track Never Gonna Give You Up, which topped the charts in 25 countries and has resurfaced for a new generation through the internet phenomenon known as 'Rickrolling'.
A keen Warrington fan, Astley can't wait to see his beloved Wolves team tackle Wigan come March 1 - local time - in Sin City. In addition to the English Super League clash, the Australian Jillaroos will take on the England women's team at Allegiant Stadium.
Of course, the main event is the NRL double header, which sees Ricky Stuart's Raiders versus the Warriors (March 2, 11am, AEDT) before the Panthers line up against the Sharks (March 2, 3:30pm AEDT). Astley wants to see Wolves supporters make their way to the US as rugby league continues to go global after the success of last year's double header featuring Souths, Manly, the Roosters and Brisbane.
'Hi there, Rick Astley here,' he begins in the NRL promotional clip available on You Tube. 'Can you believe it, Warrington Wolves versus Wigan Warriors in Las Vegas, c'mon!. The NRL has called on pop icon Rick Astley to help promote its blockbuster Las Vegas matches in March in a move that will leave many fans astounded.