Ivan Cleary argues Penrith are hitting the peak of their careers as they face up to the prospect of defending their NRL premiership without two key pillars of their recent success.
The Panthers begin their title defence at home against Brisbane on Friday and there will be watchful eyes on hooker Mitch Kenny and back-rower Luke Garner, who are tasked with replacing Api Koroisau and Viliame Kikau respectively.
