The Melbourne Storm’s hoodoo over the Brisbane Broncos continued in a free-flowing match at Suncorp Stadium.
Broncos prop Tom Flegler has allayed fears he may be in doubt for his side’s forthcoming finals campaign, declaring his removal from the field had nothing to do with injury concerns.
Who the Broncos face in their first finals clash since 2019 remains up in the air, after they failed to secure the minor premiership on Thursday night.They will now be reliant on results between the Panthers and Cowboys, as well as the Warriors and Dolphins, before their opponent is determined and their first minor premiership since 2000 can be celebrated.
“We’re in a really strong position as a club with our depth, so whilst it’s bitterly disappointing tonight if you look at the bigger picture we’re in a really good place to move really well in the finals.”The Broncos’ decision to rest the majority of their marquee men may have cost them the minor premiership courtesy of a 32-22 loss to Melbourne at Suncorp Stadium.
Shortly after Smith’s return to the field, he crossed to retake the lead against a tiring Brisbane defence. It followed a double to Grant Anderson, which included a long-distance intercept try to shut down a three-on-two overlap.Tristan Sailor sent a signal to Broncos coach Kevin Walters that he warrants greater opportunities in the NRL, turning in a strong attacking performance.
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