LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
The Gold Coast Titans have pulled off a spectacular second-half comeback to keep their finals hopes alive and leave the Broncos on the ropes in a gritty showdown.
In a display of sheer determination and skill, Gold Coast winger Jojo Fifita showed his brilliance by scoring his first career hat-trick.
The team rallied from an 18-10 halftime deficit to dominate the Broncos with a commanding 46-18 victory.
This impressive win propels the Titans to 11th place on the ladder, while the Broncos have plummeted to 14th and face a daunting task of securing a finals spot following their grand final loss last year.
Kevin Walters' struggling side has now suffered their eighth defeat in the last nine matches, putting them in a precarious position as they strive to turn their season around.
The Broncos were dealt a harsh blow with prop Payne Haas exiting the game early due to a potential foot injury, while five-eighth Ezra Mam was sidelined for the entire second half with an ankle issue.
On the flip side, it was a stellar performance for the Titans, especially for Fifita who had the game of his life.
In addition to his hat-trick, he contributed three try assists, three line breaks, and ran an impressive 141 metres on the field.
The Titans surge past the Broncos serves as a testament to their resilience and determination in the face of adversity, while the Broncos now find themselves in a precarious position as they battle to keep their finals hopes alive.