The topic is Rugby League.

It was published on Fri 15 May 2026 at 5:39am.

Many fans will watch eight games between 16 teams and the NRLW State of Origin game two.

The NRL's Magic Round is back in Brisbane, helping the women's game and the Queensland economy.

Brisbane's Lang Park will host 16 NRL teams for eight games over three days.

It's 'awesome momentum'.

The NRLW State of Origin clash started Magic Round, with the Blues winning 14-10.

Blues player Kennedy Cherrington said it's great to bring men's and women's games together.

The Blues won the Women's State of Origin series with a 14-10 win over Queensland.

Cherrington said the energy and fans are important for the women's game.

Blues star Kennedy Cherrington says Magic Round helps the NRLW.

There are many games in a short time, so many people will watch.

Cherrington said it's great momentum for the NRLW season.

NRL CEO Andrew Abdo said the Thursday night game was a success.

Abdo said a million people watched the game.

Abdo said it's exciting that Magic Round will stay in Queensland.

He said Queensland loves rugby league and fans love visiting for games.

Ground staff enjoy their work.

Preparing for Magic Round is a big task for the field.

Matthew Oliver is the head grounds manager at Lang Park.

Magic Round brings many fans and money to Queensland each year.

Oliver controls the field's moisture, firmness, and grass.

But he can't control the weather.

The weather forecast says it will be unsettled over the weekend.

One of the best parts of Magic Round is seeing the different jerseys.

On Friday, Brisbane will be partly cloudy with a 60-80% chance of showers.

On Saturday, it will be wet, and on Sunday, it will be partly cloudy with showers.

Many people will travel to Brisbane for Magic Round, with 15,700 extra passengers at the airport.

Queensland Police say to allow extra time for travel, with some roads closed.

Temporary road closures will happen around the stadium during games.

Oliver is confident the field will be okay despite the rain.

Preparations for Magic Round start in October or November.

Oliver and his team prepare the ground ahead of Magic Round.

Queensland's deal with the NRL was extended until 2032.

Oliver said they start planning for Magic Round early and prepare the field carefully.

They have to be careful with other events at the stadium.

Oliver said rain is not ideal, but the field will be okay.

He said the field will still be good by the last game on Sunday.

Oliver and his team work hard to keep the field maintained.

He said it's a big test, but he's proud to be part of it.

It's a rare event to have so many games in a short time.

Oliver loves his job and the challenge of Magic Round.

Magic Round brings big money to Queensland.

Natassia Wheeler said many footy fans will come to Brisbane.

She said 73% of hotels were booked for Magic Round, and 77% on the peak night.

Normally, hotels are only 55% full in May.

Wheeler said Brisbane is the only place for Magic Round.

People from all over Australia come to Brisbane for Magic Round.

Despite many attendees, the fuel crisis is affecting some travelers.

Some people are not traveling due to the fuel crisis.

Caxton Street is the rugby league capital during Magic Round.

The Queensland government extended the deal with the NRL until 2032.

Other cities were trying to take Magic Round from Brisbane.

But Queensland Premier David Crisafulli said it will stay in Brisbane.

Wheeler said Magic Round shows Queensland can host big events.

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