Brisbane Broncos vs Newcastle Knights: NRL live scores, blog
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Brisbane Vs. Newcastle |
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2012 NRL Premiership Season, 3 June, 2012 |
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| Suncorp Stadium, QLD | ||
| Brisbane 50 defeated Newcastle 24 | ||
| Brisbane | Newcastle | |
| 50 | FINAL SCORE | 24 |
| 8 | TRIES | 4 |
| 8/8 | CONVERSION KICKS | 4/4 |
| 1/1 | PENALTY GOALS | 0/0 |
| 0/0 | FIELD GOAL | 0/0 |
Top scorers:
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Important moments:
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| Referee: Ashley Klein |
| Touch judges: R Turner & Michael Wise |
The Newcastle Knights faced a barrage of criticism after their loss to the Gold Coast last week, but have the opportunity to redeem themselves when they face the high flying Brisbane Broncos today. Join us for live scores and commentary from 3:00pm AEST.
We are midway through season 2012 and its safe to say that the Knights have been the biggest disappointments in the NRL.
Regarded as premiership contenders before the season kicked off, Newcastle currently find themselves in 11th position on the ladder with just four wins next to their name.
Their 24-14 loss to the Gold Coast last week was considered to be one of the club’s most dissapointing performances in its 25 year history.
With their backs against the wall, Newcastle need to respond today against a Broncos side who too are struggling despite their lofty position on the NRL ladder.
Brisbane has lost its past three matches and will be desperate to get back into the winner’s circle infront of another healthy Suncorp stadium home crowd.
In good news for Brisbane, coach Anthony Griffin welcomes back Origin trio Petero Civoniceva, Sam Thaiday and Justin Hodges, who were all rested for the clash against Melbourne last week.
Prediction
The Knights have really struggled upfront this season and will need to show a bit of character and attitude in the forwards if they are to get the better of Brisbane today.
Newcastle failed to handle a mobile Titans pack last week, with Nate Myles, Ashley Harrison and Greg Bird all causing havoc with their constant offloads.
If the Knights produce a similar performance upfront against Brisbane, there could be a cricket score on the cards this afternoon much to Newcastle’s detriment.
The Broncos probably possess the most mobile pack in the NRL, with Matt Gillett, Thaiday, Corey Parker, Ben Te’o, Josh McGuire and Alex Glenn all capable of causing the Knights trouble with their tackle breaking and offloading capabilities.
While defence has proved to be an issue for Newcastle this season, their attack has also left a lot to be desired.
High profile recruit Darius Boyd is yet to fire for the Knights this season and needs to stamp his authority today against Brisbane.
If the Knights are to cause the upset, Boyd needs to be involved in everything Newcastle do in attack, so don’t be surprised to see Boyd play at five-eighth in a bid to get his hands on the football more often.
After facing a lot of criticism last week for their loss against the Titans, expect Newcastle to be full of running early on, and if they can score the opening try, their chances of upsetting Brisbane will increase.
The Broncos however have proved very difficult to upstage at Suncorp this season, and with a full roster at their disposal, Brisbane should simply have too much firepower for Newcastle to handle this afternoon.
Broncos by 12
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7:34pm
jamesb said | 7:34pm | Report comment
one of the most bizarre matches of football you’ll ever see.
4:47pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:47pm | Report comment
The Broncos have emerged victorious in a pointsfest against Newcastle this afternoon. Brisbane raced away to a 24 nil lead before Newcastle hit back in the first half with three tries to narrow the gap to six points. Mullen was then dissallowed a try which would have leveled the scores at halftime. The game was in the balance for the opening twenty minutes of the second half, and when Faaoso scored to put the Knights within two points, it appeared that Newcastle would emerge with an amazing win. Brisbane however got a huge call to go their way moments later and Brisbane managed to convert their good fortune into points. Newcastle’s morale was broken there after and Brisbane went on a point scoring spree to secure a big win. Hodges, Wallace, Copley, Beale and Parker were all standouts for Brisbane while Buderus, Mullen and Boyd all tried hard for Newcastle. At the end of the day though, Newcastle have now lost four straight matches. Thanks for joining us for this live blog and we look forward to your company next time on The Roar.
FULLTIME:
Broncos 50
Knights 24
4:43pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:43pm | Report comment
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL – Parker converts and the Broncos have hit 50 this afternoon! The Knights have ended the match the way they started… with some terrible defence.
FULLTIME:
Broncos 50
Knights 24
4:42pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:42pm | Report comment
TRY BRONCOS – Back to back tries for Brisbane as Hoffman scores for the Broncos on the back of a big break from Copley.
Broncos 48
Knights 24
4:40pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:40pm | Report comment
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL – Parker converts and its 44-24
The score has blown out here but its not a true reflection of this contest. The Knights were well in this in the second half and a few unlucky calls went against them and Brisbane have converted their good fortune into points.
Broncos 44
Knights 24
4:39pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:39pm | Report comment
TRY BRONCOS – McCullough from dummy-half beats several Knights defenders to score and put the icing on the cake on a good victory for Brisbane.
Broncos 42
Knights 24
4:38pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:38pm | Report comment
75′ – Knights working it up to the halfway now. Brisbane will secure the win today though but will be dissapointed by their defence. They threw away a 24 nil lead and nearly found themselves behind on numerous occasions. Mullen is hit by Glenn and the ball falls loose and Brisbane go back on the attack.
Broncos 38
Knights 24
4:37pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:37pm | Report comment
75′ – Wallace tries to find Norman but he loses possession and the Knights will regain the football.
Broncos 38
Knights 24
4:36pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:36pm | Report comment
74′ – Glenn regathers possession for the Broncos as Houston loses the football.
Broncos 38
Knights 24
4:35pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:35pm | Report comment
74′ – Knights get possession now and need to score three tries now in succession to secure a win here. Unlikely though.
Broncos 38
Knights 24
4:35pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:35pm | Report comment
Crowd of over 26,000 has attended to see this crazy game of rugby league. Majority though will go home happy.
Broncos 38
Knights 24
4:34pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:34pm | Report comment
Great play by Wallace to send Beale on his way. What a pass. Wallace took the gamble and its paid dividends for Brisbane.
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL – Parker converts and its 38-24
Broncos 38
Knights 24
4:33pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:33pm | Report comment
TRY BRONCOS – Beale races away now before finding Hodges on the inside who scores the match winner for Brisbane!
Broncos 36
Knights 24
4:32pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:32pm | Report comment
70′ – Boyd and Mullen have played well for Newcastle today as Boyd kicks deep and finds Hoffman who returns the football but is met by some good Newcastle defence.
Broncos 32
Knights 24
4:31pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:31pm | Report comment
69′ – Brisbane now trying to consolidate their eight point lead as Wallace kicks through and he regathers the football but throws a forward pass soon after. Let off for Newcastle who need to respond soon.
Broncos 32
Knights 24
4:30pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:30pm | Report comment
68′ – Newcastle in Brisbane territory now as Mullen kicks down field and it goes dead in-goal. Brisbane will get the 20 metre tap.
Broncos 32
Knights 24
4:29pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:29pm | Report comment
67′ – That Brisbane try should calm the nerves here at Suncorp stadium. Newcastle were hard done by there earlier when they conceded the penalty but they have to muscle up now and fight back. Brisbane now on halfway here as they make strong yardage. Wallace with a kick and he finds Uate who then finds Boyd who is well tackled.
Broncos 32
Knights 24
4:27pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:27pm | Report comment
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL – Parker converts and its 32-24 Brisbane. Game is still alive though.
Broncos 32
Knights 24
4:26pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:26pm | Report comment
TRY BRONCOS – Thaiday scores for the Broncos as he charges towards the line and beats several Knights defenders to score.
Broncos 30
Knights 24
4:25pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:25pm | Report comment
63′ – Penalty to the Broncos here as Houston is charged for charging in to start a bit of argie bargie. That’s a huge call against Newcastle and its a tough one in my opinion. Brisbane go on the attack.
Broncos 26
Knights 24
4:24pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:24pm | Report comment
63′ – Naiqama loses possession for Newcastle and Brisbane survive in defence here. What a moment that was for Brisbane. They are on the ropes at the moment as the Knights look the more likely to secure the win here. Brisbane lose possession and now Newcastle go back on the attack.
Broncos 26
Knights 24
4:22pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:22pm | Report comment
61′ – Wallace with a forward pass to Hodges and Newcastle will go back on the attack and have a chance to hit the lead for the first time in the match. What a contest!
Broncos 26
Knights 24
4:21pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:21pm | Report comment
60′ – This is a season defining game for Newcastle now. Down 24 nil, they have managed to claw their way back to 26-24 and a win here should ignite their season. Snowden now with a run as Newcastle reach Brisbane territory. Mullen with a bomb and Hoffman defuses the football well.
Broncos 26
Knights 24
4:20pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:20pm | Report comment
What a lovely pass from Snowden close to the line to set up Faaoso there. Newcastle are about to produce one of the great comebacks.
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL – Naiqama converts and its 26-24 Brisbane.
Broncos 26
Knights 24
4:19pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:19pm | Report comment
TRY KNIGHTS – Faaoso scores for Newcastle as he runs onto a lovely pass and he scores under the posts!
Broncos 26
Knights 22
4:18pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:18pm | Report comment
57′ – Newcastle win the penalty now and they will go on the attack. Brisbane are certainly in a dogfight at the moment and they are not looking firm in defence. Newcastle have to take advantage.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:17pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:17pm | Report comment
56′ – Hoffman makes a big break but Boyd produces a great one on one tackle. Brisbane right on the attack. Norman with a cross field kick and Newcastle regather possession well. Good scrambling defence from the Knights.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:16pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:16pm | Report comment
55′ – Roberts with a ball but Newcastle eventually lose possession and Brisbane go on the counter attack. Bad error from Newcastle there as they let Brisbane off the hook.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:14pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:14pm | Report comment
54′ – Wallace with a kick and it finds the in-goal and Boyd has to return the football and he manages to get back into the field of play just. Newcastle now get the penalty and get easy passage out of their own half.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:13pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:13pm | Report comment
53′ – Knights with a solid set here as they reach Brisbane territory. Mullen with a kick and Copley returns possession for Brisbane. Good return from Copley.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:12pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:12pm | Report comment
52′ – Newcastle once again survive in defence as Brisbane lose the football. Great defence Newcastle and they have muscled up here after producing a lukewarm defensive performance in the first half.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:11pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:11pm | Report comment
50′ – What a huge let off for Brisbane there as Boyd’s try goes begging. Brisbane now with a great set and they now win the penalty and this could end up being a 12 point turnaround here.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:10pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:10pm | Report comment
NO TRY KNIGHTS – Boyd has somehow lost possession here with the tryline begging and the Broncos dodge a huge bullet. Boyd should have scored.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:09pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:09pm | Report comment
VIDEO REFEREE – Boyd scores his first try of the year for the Knights or has he? Checking the grounding…
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:08pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:08pm | Report comment
48′ – Mullen with a bomb but Hoffman with all the time in the world defuses the bomb. Mason has looked lively for Newcastle today but the Broncos now have possession. Copley now loses the football and Newcastle will go right on the attack.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:07pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:07pm | Report comment
47′ – Newcastle win the changeover here as the Broncos lose their way in attack with Norman tackled in possession. Newcastle with a good defensive set there and they are still in this.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:05pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:05pm | Report comment
46′ – Edwards has knocked the football on and the Broncos will go right on the attack and Brisbane should score if this game stays true to form. Huge defensive set coming up for Newcastle.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:05pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:05pm | Report comment
45′ – Broncos now work it out from their own half as Parker produces another good run. Parker has been strong today. Norman with a bomb now and Uate once again takes it well before getting tackled by Reed.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:03pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:03pm | Report comment
44′ – McManus makes a break out wide as Boyd feeds the winger but Wallace with a bootlace tackle forces McManus into touch. Big play from Wallace.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:02pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:02pm | Report comment
43′ – Wallace with a deep kick and he finds Boyd on the full who has had a pretty good game today in attack.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:01pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:01pm | Report comment
42′ – Knights with a good set here as Roberts kicks deep and finds Beale who clashes with Hoffman accidently. Brisbane looking for a penalty now but the referee keeps the whistle away from his mouth.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
4:00pm
Alan Nicolea said | 4:00pm | Report comment
41′ – McGuire makes some good metres here as the Broncos approach the halfway. Norman with a bomb and Boyd defuses it well but that was a good set by Brisbane.
Broncos 26
Knights 18
3:59pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:59pm | Report comment
SECOND HALF KICKOFF – Broncos with possession. Will the points continue to flow in the second half or will we see an arm wrestle?
Broncos 26
Knights 18
3:48pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:48pm | Report comment
In an amazing half of football, the Broncos raced away to a 24 nil lead and it looked as if the Broncos were going to produce a cricket score today against a terrible Knights outfit. Newcastle however changed their attitude and fought back brilliantly to score three tries of their own to narrow the gap to six points. Mullen then raced away to score but the try was dissallowed due to offside. It has been action packed in the first half but Newcastle have to be the next to score in my opinion if they are to produce an upset. Anything can happen though with both defences looking shaky.
HALFTIME:
Broncos 26
Knights 18
3:46pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:46pm | Report comment
HALFTIME:
Broncos 26
Knights 18
3:46pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:46pm | Report comment
PENALTY SUCCESSFUL – Parker converts the penalty and Brisbane extend their lead to 26-18
Broncos 26
Knights 18
3:45pm
Dougie said | 3:45pm | Report comment
Why don’t Wayne Bennett give Albert Kelly a go his gotta be betta then Tyrone Roberts
3:45pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:45pm | Report comment
NO TRY KNIGHTS – What a huge call as Brisbane dodge a bullet. Newcastle are ruled to have been offside after Wallace kicked the grubber. Huge call!
Broncos 24
Knights 18
3:43pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:43pm | Report comment
VIDEO REFEREE – Mullen regathers a Wallace grubber and Newcastle will level the scores up here. Checking for offside.
Broncos 24
Knights 18
3:42pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:42pm | Report comment
37′ – Mullen with a kick and Hoffman returns the football for Brisbane. Broncos get the penalty shortly after and that’s a big call heading into halftime. Brisbane will go on the attack and need a try to stifle Newcastle’s momentum.
Broncos 24
Knights 18
3:41pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:41pm | Report comment
37′ – Brisbane have capitulated here and Newcastle have all the momentum heading into halftime. Great comeback from Newcastle and its game on. This is going to be a great contest now!
Broncos 24
Knights 18
3:40pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:40pm | Report comment
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL – Naiqama converts and its 24-18 Brisbane and they are rocking Newcastle now! Great comeback from the Knights.
Broncos 24
Knights 18
3:39pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:39pm | Report comment
TRY KNIGHTS – And all of a sudden, Newcastle have dominated the last few minutes and are back in this contest. Brisbane will not be happy at all as Boyd makes a huge break down the middle and he finds Buderus on the inside and he scores! wow!
Broncos 24
Knights 16
3:38pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:38pm | Report comment
Great play from Cuthbertson and Boyd there who played a vital role in Naiqama’s try. Newcastle have belief once again heading into halftime.
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL – Naiqama converts and its 24-12 Brisbane.
Broncos 24
Knights 12
3:36pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:36pm | Report comment
TRY KNIGHTS – Naiqama scores for Newcastle out wide and all of a sudden its game on again!
Broncos 24
Knights 10
3:35pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:35pm | Report comment
31′ – Wallace with a bomb and Uate defuses the football well. Possession has evened up here but Brisbane are still in control. Knights now win a penalty and will go back on the attack.
Broncos 24
Knights 6
3:34pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:34pm | Report comment
30′ – Mullen with a grubber and it goes dead in-goal and Brisbane survive. Bad kick from Mullen because it was early in the tackle count.
Broncos 24
Knights 6
3:33pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:33pm | Report comment
29′ – Newcastle need to hold possession here and they now win the penalty. Knights to go back on the attack and a try here will give Newcastle a lot of belief yet again.
Broncos 24
Knights 6
3:32pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:32pm | Report comment
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL – Naiqama converts and its 24-6 Brisbane.
Time is on Newcastle’s side here and if they can score the next try, they are suddenly back in the game. Newcastle need to show some attitude now and fight back.
Broncos 24
Knights 6
3:30pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:30pm | Report comment
TRY KNIGHTS – Buderus scores from dummy-half and the Knights finally register a try here.
Broncos 24
Knights 4
3:30pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:30pm | Report comment
26′ – Brisbane concede another penalty here but they produced some good defence there as Newcastle test them in attack.
Broncos 24
Knights 0
3:28pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:28pm | Report comment
24′ – Mullen with a good grubber and Hoffman defuses the football but is trapped in-goal. Knights get the drop-out and need to be the next to score.
Broncos 24
Knights 0
3:27pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:27pm | Report comment
23′ – Broncos make a mistake as Hannant loses possession and the Knights regain the football and go right on the attack.
Broncos 24
Knights 0
3:27pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:27pm | Report comment
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL – Parker is on fire and its 24 nil.
This is too easy for Brisbane and it is a training run at the moment. Newcastle are about to get a tough footy lesson here today. This is terrible from Newcastle.
Broncos 24
Knights 0
3:25pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:25pm | Report comment
TRY BRONCOS – Copley scores in the corner as Glenn produces a nice pass.
Broncos 22
Knights 0
3:24pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:24pm | Report comment
20′ – Knights restarting for the third time in the game here. Brisbane with all the momentum here and this should end up being a cricket score. Parker with a big break the Broncos are back on the attack.
Broncos 18
Knights 0
3:23pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:23pm | Report comment
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL – Parker converts and its 18 nil Brisbane.
This is looking very ugly for the Knights today. Brisbane are on fire but Newcastle are producing some foible defence. Not good enough at this level. Hodges just barged his way through down the right hand side.
Broncos 18
Knights 0
3:22pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:22pm | Report comment
TRY BRONCOS – Hodges scores and its too easy for Brisbane here. Good pass from McCullough there from dummy-half.
Broncos 16
Knights 0
3:21pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:21pm | Report comment
17′ – Norman with a bomb and Boyd takes it well but Newcastle are under the pump at the moment. Brisbane full of energy here. Costigan loses possession now and the Broncos go back on the attack.
Broncos 12
Knights 0
3:20pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:20pm | Report comment
16′ – Brisbane dominating now and the Knights are yet to attack the Broncos line here. This could be a long afternoon for Newcastle. Parker with a good run now as Brisbane surge forward.
3:19pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:19pm | Report comment
Newcastle sliding very close to their line and Brisbane are taking advantage out wide. Too easy for Reed down the left hand side.
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL – Parker converts and its 12 nil Brisbane.
Broncos 12
Knights 0
3:18pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:18pm | Report comment
TRY BRONCOS – Reed muscles his way over for the Broncos and its too easy for Brisbane at the moment.
Broncos 10
Knights 0
3:17pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:17pm | Report comment
13′ – Reed gets possession back for the Broncos as Roberts’s kick rebounds off Brisbane defenders.
Broncos 6
Knights 0
3:16pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:16pm | Report comment
12′ – Reed regathers a Norman cross field kick but then throws away possession to Parker and the Knights regather possession. Let off for Newcastle there.
Broncos 6
Knights 0
3:15pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:15pm | Report comment
11′ – Broncos win a penalty here and will go back on the attack. Broncos looking ominous in attack today so Newcastle have to hold on here. Brisbane win another penalty now and Newcastle remain under the pump.
Broncos 6
Knights 0
3:14pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:14pm | Report comment
10′ – Snowden with another good run as Buderus gets away with a forward pass. Knights starting to dominate territory now as Mullen puts up a bomb but Hoffman defuses it very well despite Uate’s attention.
Broncos 6
Knights 0
3:13pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:13pm | Report comment
9′ – Knights getting off their line quickly here but Hodges now goes on a weaving run. Norman kicks deep and it goes dead and Newcastle get the 20 metre tap. Mini victory for Newcastle there.
Broncos 6
Knights 0
3:12pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:12pm | Report comment
8′ – Knights finally reach Broncos territory here courtesy of a good run from Snowden. Roberts with a bomb and Hoffman defuses it well. Brisbane playing well at the moment.
Broncos 6
Knights 0
3:11pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:11pm | Report comment
7′ – Uate defuses a nice Wallace cross field kick and the Knights survive in defence. Good defence there from Newcastle and they needed to hold out Brisbane there.
Broncos 6
Knights 0
3:10pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:10pm | Report comment
5′ – Knights are offside from the kickoff and the Broncos will get a penalty on the halfway. Terrible play from Newcastle and the Broncos will go right on the attack. Costigan not concentrating there.
Broncos 6
Knights 0
3:09pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:09pm | Report comment
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL – Parker converts and its 6 nil Broncos
Hodges in full flight stands up Sau there and its beautiful to watch if your a Broncos fan. Newcastle fans however will be biting their nails now.
Broncos 6
Knights 0
3:08pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:08pm | Report comment
TRY BRONCOS – Beautiful play by Hodges here as he sets up Beale out wide, who later beat two defenders to score. Too good Brisbane.
Broncos 4
Knights 0
3:07pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:07pm | Report comment
3′ – Robert kicks deep and finds Hoffman but the Broncos are on top early here territory wise.
Broncos 0
Knights 0
3:06pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:06pm | Report comment
2′ – Wallace with a bomb but Uate does well to defuse the football before getting tackled ball and all by Glenn. Good defence from Brisbane now.
Broncos 0
Knights 0
3:05pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:05pm | Report comment
1′ – Knights with a solid set first up. Mullen with a deep kick and he finds Beale and the Broncos will start a set in good field position. Good defensive set by Brisbane.
Broncos 0
Knights 0
3:04pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:04pm | Report comment
KICKOFF – Knights with possession.
Broncos 0
Knights 0
3:03pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:03pm | Report comment
Both teams making their way out now…. Tahu is out and Naiqama takes his place.
Broncos 0
Knights 0
3:02pm
Alan Nicolea said | 3:02pm | Report comment
Knights just averaging 15 points a match this season…. need to do better than that against Brisbane.
Broncos 0
Knights 0
2:56pm
Alan Nicolea said | 2:56pm | Report comment
Good afternoon and welcome to this live blog covering what should be a high scoring encounter between the Broncos and Knights. Brisbane are coming off three successive losses and need to win today to maintain their position inside the top four. Newcastle however need all hands on deck today if they are to upset the Broncos. Boyd and Mullen really have to fire today if Newcastle are a chance against Brisbane. If not, The Broncos should have too much firepower today for the Knights to handle. As we saw with Melbourne however in the AFL yesterday, upsets can happen. Can the Knights pull off a great victory or will the Broncos get their premiership campaign back on track. Leave your thoughts on the match as it happens.