Team List Tuesday: Weekly Updates from Wests Tigers and Brisbane Broncos It’s that time of the week again! Here’s a quick look at the latest team changes for Wests Tigers and Brisbane Broncos ahead of their next matches. Wests Tigers Updates Latu Fainu steps in as the new halfback. This change comes after Jarome Luai received a one-game suspension due to a careless high tackle against the Warriors. In positive news, Adam Doueihi has been named to play despite dealing with a groin strain he suffered during warm-ups last Sunday. As a result, Jack Bird will now start from the bench. Luke Laulilii , a talented teenager, joins the team on the wing, replacing Solomona Faataape , who will move to the reserves. Brisbane Broncos Updates With Jordan Riki serving a suspension, Brendan Piakura is now in the starting lineup. Jaiyden Hunt will make his debut in this season’s NRL, joining the bench. Tyson Smoothy con...
Devastating Defeat: SP PNG Hunters Crushed by Sunshine Coast Falcons in Round 19 Clash In a match that fans will want to forget, the SP PNG Hunters faced a grim reality this afternoon, falling to an overwhelming 66-8 defeat at the hands of the Sunshine Coast Falcons during Round 19 of the Hostplus Cup Competition. The once-promising hopes of a comeback quickly faded as the Hunters struggled to find their rhythm on the field, leaving supporters disheartened. From the outset, the Hunters seemed to falter against the relentless momentum of the Falcons. Though they managed to score an early try, taking a brief lead of 4-0, it quickly turned into a nightmare as Sunshine Coast responded with an onslaught of points. By halftime, the scoreboard reflected a staggering 32-4 in favor of the Falcons, with the Hunters unable to capitalize on any scoring opportunities or regain control of the game. The second half saw no respite for the Hunters, who appeared to lose cohesion and confidence as the ...