Brisbane Broncos captain Adam Reynolds is set to miss the highly anticipated clash against the Melbourne Storm.
This comes after he was unable to recover from a rib injury sustained last week during the match against the Parramatta Eels.
According to The Courier Mail, Reynolds will not be traveling with the team to Melbourne as they prepare to face a formidable Storm side seeking revenge.
Despite being named in the squad by coach Michael Maguire on Tuesday, Reynolds' injury situation remained uncertain.
Even though he was cleared of any fractures in the ribs earlier in the week, the ongoing pain would make it difficult for him to participate effectively in the upcoming game.
In response to Reynolds' absence, utility player Ben Hunt is expected to step into the halfback role, while Blake Mozer will join the team from the bench.
This situation presents a significant challenge for the Broncos, as they seek to revive their title defense season after suffering defeats in the first two rounds.