The National Rugby League (NRL) is a professional rugby league competition in Australia and New Zealand. It features 16 teams, including well-known clubs like the Sydney Roosters and Melbourne Storm. The NRL season typically runs from March to October, culminating in the NRL Grand Final, which determines the champion team. Founded in 1998, the NRL evolved from the previous NSW Rugby League competition. The league is governed by the Australian Rugby League Commission and is one of the most popular sports leagues in Australia, attracting millions of fans and significant television viewership each year.