Broncos Face Steep Finals Climb After Eighth Consecutive Loss
The Brisbane Broncos' premiership defence is in severe jeopardy following an eighth consecutive loss, a 28-16 defeat to the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks at Suncorp Stadium. Coach Michael Maguire maintains the club can still reach the finals, but the mathematical reality is unforgiving: the 15th-placed Broncos must win all eight of their remaining regular season matches to contend for the title.
What are the Broncos' chances of making the NRL finals?
Sitting in 15th place on the NRL ladder, Brisbane's position has deteriorated significantly, with recent losses coming against the St George Illawarra Dragons and the Gold Coast Titans, the two teams below them. When asked if his team could win every remaining game to salvage their season, Maguire pointed to the squad's underlying resilience.