Brisbane Broncos gear up for a pivotal match against the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs this Saturday, July 27, as they aim to keep their finals hopes alive. Coming off a morale-boosting win against the Newcastle Knights, the Broncos seek to capitalise on their renewed momentum and climb the ladder. Broncos vs Bulldogs kick off 3:00 p.m. at Suncorp Stadium.
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Impressive victory against Knights
Last weekend, Brisbane’s commanding 30-14 victory over the Newcastle Knights at McDonald Jones Stadium signalled their potential for a late-season surge as captain Adam Reynolds made an impactful return from injury alongside star fullback Reece Walsh.
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— Brisbane Broncos (@brisbanebroncos) July 21, 2024
The Broncos’ forward pack dominated, with prop Corey Jensen delivering a robust performance in the middle, supported by strong showings from Origin stars Payne Haas and Pat Carrigan. Centre Deine Mariner had a standout game, running for 171 metres and scoring two tries, placing him as joint top try-scorer in the NRL.
Broncos vs Bulldogs
The Broncos, currently sitting at 11th place with an 8-10 record, ended a six-game losing streak with their victory over the Knights. This win has reignited their campaign for a top-eight finish, placing them just three spots away from a finals berth.
The Bulldogs, on the other hand, occupy the sixth spot with a 9-8 record. Despite their higher position, Canterbury finds themselves in a precarious situation, at risk of falling out of playoff contention.
One of the most intriguing aspects of this matchup is the Bulldogs’ stark home-away record. Canterbury remains the only team in the league undefeated at home. However, their away record of 1-8 presents a potential advantage for the Broncos, who will be hosting this crucial encounter.
For the Broncos, this game represents a critical opportunity to strengthen their position in the race for the finals. With a challenging schedule ahead, including three away games and a season finale against the league-leading Melbourne Storm, Brisbane views this match as a must-win to stay in contention.
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— Brisbane Broncos (@brisbanebroncos) July 16, 2023
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The Broncos’ last encounter with the Bulldogs on July 15 last year resulted in a convincing 44-24 victory at Belmore Oval. In that match, captain Adam Reynolds spearheaded an undermanned Brisbane outfit to a dominant win. With Reynolds making an impactful return from injury last game, fans anticipate another stellar performance against the Bulldogs.
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The Broncos will charge onto Suncorp Stadium’s hallowed ground with their finals aspirations hanging in the balance. With the memory of their last victory over Canterbury and the significant advantage of home ground, Brisbane enters this clash with cautious optimism. However, they face a Bulldogs side equally desperate to cement their position in the top eight, setting the stage for an intense encounter.
Published 22-July-2024
