LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
In a thrilling match at GIO Stadium, the Brisbane Broncos emerged victorious with a scoreline of 29-18 against the Raiders.
This win secured the Broncos a top two finish heading into the final round of the competition.
Winger Selwyn Cobbo stood out with a remarkable hat-trick of tries, showcasing his exceptional skills and speed.
Prop Payne Haas led the team from the front, displaying his strength and dominance on the field.
Corey Oates, in his 200th game, stepped up and ran with purpose, covering an impressive distance of 100 meters.
Reece Walsh, known for his classy attacking game, played a crucial role by contributing to three tries and scoring one himself.
Despite missing skipper Adam Reynolds and lock Pat Carrigan due to injuries, the Broncos started the game on a positive note.
Walsh's well-executed long pass found Cobbo in the right corner, resulting in the opening try in the 4th minute.
However, the Raiders capitalized on their extended possession and scored a converted try through Matt Frawley, taking the lead 6-4 in the 17th minute.
The Broncos regained control of the ball and their efforts paid off when Walsh once again displayed his remarkable skills with a lofted pass to Kotoni Staggs, who charged forward to score a try.
Staggs successfully converted his own try, extending the Broncos' lead to 10-6 after 27 minutes.
Unfortunately, a costly error by the Broncos proved to be detrimental as the Raiders converted it into a try through Nick Cotric, leveling the scores at 10-10 in the 31st minute.
Despite this setback, the Broncos remained resilient and determined.
They continued to showcase their skills and fighting spirit, ultimately securing a well-deserved victory and a top two finish.