Few could have predicted that last year’s grand finalists would enter their Round 26 showdown in 11th and 15th on the ladder and well out of the finals picture.
The Storm have won nine games and the Broncos seven and the end of the season can’t come soon enough to allow time to reflect, regroup and re-focus for 2027.
The defending champs at least have momentum on their side this week after producing some slashing tries to run down the Raiders and spoil Big Papa’s party last Friday.
With veteran Ben Hunt calling the shots the Broncos looked as sharp as they have for several weeks and they would love to turn it again for their loyal fans in their last home game.
Melbourne managed to give the Panthers a run for their money last Thursday but ultimately came up short to register a 13th loss for the season.
Team News
Broncos: On the back of a stunning comeback win in Canberra, Michael Maguire sticks with the same 19-man squad with Ben Hunt again the starting half and Tom Duffy on the bench. Hayze Perham retains the No.1 jersey on the back of a standout display against the Raiders. No changes in Wednesday’s 24-hour update with Ben Talty remaining in the squad as the reserve.
Storm: Jahrome Hughes has been named to return at halfback after three games out with a hamstring injury. Tyran Wishart moves to the centres after playing No.7 last week. He takes over from Jack Howarth, who has been stood down for the remainder of the year to undergo surgery on a previous shoulder injury. Marion Seve joins the interchange after two games in NSW Cup following an extended break with a triceps injury. No changes in Wednesday’s 24-hour update.
Stat Attack
The Broncos have won their last three games against the Storm.
The Storm have the best winning record at Suncorp Stadium of any NRL club (71 per cent).
The Broncos have lost their last eight games at Suncorp Stadium.
Storm hooker Harry Grant has scored four tries in his last four games against the Broncos.
The Broncos have conceded 140 points in their last four games.
Stats supplied by David Middleton, League Information Services, author of the official annual of the NRL.