North Queensland Cowboys vs Brisbane Broncos: NRL Finals live scores, blog
By Alan Nicolea, 8 Sep 2012 Alan Nicolea is a Roar Guru & Live Blogger
Ben Te'o in action during the NRL Round 26, Brisbane Broncos v Manly Sea Eagles. AAP Image/Action Photographics/Charles Knight
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Nth Queensland Vs. Brisbane |
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2012 NRL Premiership Season, 9 September, 2012 |
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| Dairy Farmers Stadium, Kirwan, QLD | ||
| Nth Queensland 33 defeated Brisbane 16 | ||
| Nth Queensland | Brisbane | |
| 33 | FINAL SCORE | 16 |
| 5 | TRIES | 3 |
| 4/5 | CONVERSION KICKS | 2/3 |
| 2/2 | PENALTY GOALS | 0/0 |
| 1/1 | FIELD GOAL | 0/0 |
Top scorers:
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Important moments:
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| Referee: M Cecchin |
| Touch judges: D Abood & Luke Potter |
One of the biggest Queensland derbies in recent memory kicks off tonight as the North Queensland Cowboys host the Brisbane Broncos in the NRL’s first elimination final. Join us for NRL live scores and commentary from 7.45pm AEST.
After starting the season very well, the Broncos fell away badly during the second half of the year, suffering a six match losing streak that almost saw them miss the playoffs.
The Broncos however did just enough last week to defeat the Panthers in a scrappy contest and secure a place in the finals.
Brisbane’s reward for securing eighth position on the NRL ladder is a trip to Townsville, where they play eternal rivals and premiership dark horses the Cowboys.
North Queensland has won its past four matches and finished the regular season as the NRL’s best attacking team.
In an ominous warning for the Broncos, the Cowboys put Cronulla to the sword away from home last week despite the fact that Neil Henry’s men had nothing to play for.
If their strong win against the Sharks is anything to go by, the Cowboys certainly mean business in the finals and will torment Brisbane if the Broncos reproduce last week’s effort against Penrith.
Prediction
While the Broncos will certainly test the Cowboys upfront, halves Peter Wallace and Corey Norman simply have to fire tonight if Brisbane is a chance of keeping their season alive.
Brisbane’s attack was awful last week against the Panthers, with Wallace and Norman losing their way constantly when positioned deep inside Penrith territory.
As a result, Brisbane’s attack lacked direction and momentum, with far too many players receiving the football standing still inside Penrith’s half.
Given that their offence is struggling, expect the Broncos to keep things nice and simple up the middle of the field in a bid to win the arm wrestle and gain territorial advantage.
Big men Sam Thaiday, Corey Parker, Josh McGuire, Alex Glenn and Ben Te’o are all tremendously strong mobile forwards and will relish the prospect of aiming up against Cowboys props James Tamou and Matthew Scott.
If the Broncos start to dominate territory, the Cowboys will be vulnerable given that their defence continues to crack when placed under severe pressure.
Unlike Melbourne, Manly and Canterbury, North Queensland do struggle to aim up defensively on occasions and will leak points if Wallace, Norman, Justin Hodges and Josh Hoffman are given enough opportunities to rediscover their attacking mojo.
Failure to dominate upfront however and the Broncos will kiss their season goodbye tonight.
The Cowboys are the NRL’s most lethal attacking unit, with key duo Johnathon Thurston and Matt Bowen the key sparks to an attack that can burn any opposition defence.
The chemistry shared between Thurston and Bowen remains unrivalled in the NRL, particularly when both combine to ignite the second phase play that allows the likes of Brent Tate, Kane Linnett and Ashley Graham to come into play.
Quite simply, the Broncos must respect possession and maintain discipline if they are to deny Thurston and Bowen the opportunity to take control of this contest.
Although Brisbane certainly possess the character to make a game of this, their season will most likely come to an end against a Cowboys unit that simply possesses too much firepower for the Broncos to handle.
Cowboys by 10.
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Game Information
TeamsNorth Queensland Cowboys
1. Matthew Bowen
2. Ashley Graham
3. Brent Tate
4. Kane Linnett
5. Antonio Winterstein
6. Johnathan Thurston
7. Michael Morgan
8. Matthew Scott
9. Aaron Payne
10. James Tamou
11. Gavin Cooper
12. Glenn Hall
13. Dallas Johnson
Interchange
14. James Segeyaro
15. Jason Taumalolo
16. Ashton Sims
17. Scott Bolton
18. Joel Riethmuller
19. Anthony Mitchell
Two to be omitted
Brisbane Broncos
1. Josh Hoffman
2. Gerard Beale
3. Jack Reed
4. Justin Hodges
5. Dale Copley
6. Corey Norman
7. Peter Wallace
8. Ben Hannant
9. Andrew McCullough
10. Petero Civoniceva
11. Alex Glenn
12. Sam Thaiday
13. Corey Parker
Interchange
14. Ben Hunt
15. Josh McGuire
16. Ben Te'o
17. Matt Gillett
Kick-Off: 7.45pm AEST
Venue: Dairy Farmers Stadium
Last Meeting: Cowboys 12-0 Broncos
Head to Head: Broncos 24, Cowboys 7, drawn 2
Referees: Matt Cecchin & Gerard Sutton
Betting: Cowboys $1.41, Broncos $3.00
TV: Channel 9 (LIVE)
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10:01pm
Queensland's Game Is Rugby League said | 10:01pm | Report comment
We’ll have to be at our best if we are going to knock Manly out of the finals.
9:34pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:34pm | Report comment
Despite a spirited showing from the Broncos in the second half, the Cowboys have proved too good in the end, winning by 17 points. The Cowboys held a 20 point lead in the second half after Tate crossed and it appeared that the Broncos were about to be torn apart. Brisbane however held on and forced a tight finish as they got to within 10 points. Brisbane however really struggled with their handling and failed on numerous occasions to complete their sets after scoring points. Thurston, Morgan, Bowen, Tate, Tamou and Scott were outstanding for the Cowboys tonight. Brisbane tried hard with Thaiday, Norman and Civoniceva toiling well but they just lacked the class and composure to make things happen in attack. The Cowboys now go on to play Manly in a great semi-final match-up. Brisbane’s season is over. Thanks for your company tonight and make sure you join us tomorrow for Raiders -Sharks.
Cowboys 33
Broncos 16
11:26pm
Clyde said | 11:26pm | Report comment
The coach moved Hodges to fullback for the last 20 minutes, he was only about 6 weeks too late.
9:29pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:29pm | Report comment
FULLTIME:
Cowboys 33
Broncos 16
9:28pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:28pm | Report comment
FIELD GOAL COWBOYS – Cowboys right on the attack as Bowen goes for the field goal and scores!
Cowboys 33
Broncos 16
9:27pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:27pm | Report comment
78′ – Cowboys have sealed their place in the semi-finals and will take on Manly next week. Broncos have tried hard in the second half but the Cowboys have been too good as fulltime approaches. Cowboys get six again here as Thaiday knocks down a pass
Cowboys 32
Broncos 16
9:26pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:26pm | Report comment
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL
Cowboys 32
Broncos 16
Morgan has come of age tonight and has really taken his opportunity in the halves.
9:24pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:24pm | Report comment
TRY COWBOYS – Morgan takes the line on himself and has grounded the football and scored his hattrick!
Cowboys 30
Broncos 16
9:23pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:23pm | Report comment
75′ – Thurston with a bomb now and Copley regathers well under pressure before getting tackled by Tate. Cowboys now force an error and the Cowboys are back on the attack and with a chance to seal the win!
Cowboys 26
Broncos 16
9:22pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:22pm | Report comment
74′ – Cowboys need to muscle up in defence here because the Broncos are coming! Glenn nearly through here as the Broncos make strong yardage. Wallace with a chip over the top and he regathers but his pass finds Hunt who is tackled on the last and its a changeover. Cowboys off the hook!
Cowboys 26
Broncos 16
9:20pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:20pm | Report comment
CONVERSION UNSUCCESSFUL
Cowboys 26
Broncos 16
Broncos have scored the last two tries and are back in this contest after trailing by 20. Cowboys have dropped their intensity and are paying the price!
9:19pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:19pm | Report comment
TRY BRONCOS – Great second phase play from the Broncos as Hodges finds Copley who scores in the corner!
Cowboys 26
Broncos 16
9:18pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:18pm | Report comment
69′ – Broncos on the attack here as Wallace kicks high and Graham regathers superbly but is driven back in-goal and its a repeat set for Brisbane.
Cowboys 26
Broncos 12
9:17pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:17pm | Report comment
68′ – Morgan nearly goes through but he loses possession and the Broncos win the turnover. Brisbane now win the penalty and are still alive.
Cowboys 26
Broncos 12
9:15pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:15pm | Report comment
67′ – Brisbane are on life support here but there is life. Hunt with a good run now. Brisbane now lose possession yet again and the Cowboys are back on the attack. Terrible error from the Broncos after scoring points. Penalty now to the Cowboys.
Cowboys 26
Broncos 12
9:14pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:14pm | Report comment
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL
Cowboys 26
Broncos 12
Hoffman very good in the lead-up to Thaiday’s try, drawing in two defenders before finding his captain. Broncos still alive just
9:12pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:12pm | Report comment
TRY BRONCOS – Broncos on the attack and need a try now. Hoffman with a great pass and he finds Thaiday who scores!
Cowboys 26
Broncos 10
9:11pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:11pm | Report comment
62′ – Segeyaro with a forward pass and the Broncos are off the hook and need to score very soon to get some life into this contest.
Cowboys 26
Broncos 6
9:10pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:10pm | Report comment
62′ – Norman with another bomb and its allowed to bounce as Thurston regathers possession. Brisbane have no idea what to do in attack.
Cowboys 26
Broncos 6
9:10pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:10pm | Report comment
61′ – Cowboys muck up play on the last tackle as Morgan is tackled. Brisbane get the changeover but the Cowboys are very comfortable
Cowboys 26
Broncos 6
9:08pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:08pm | Report comment
60′ – Gillett with a mini break but his offload fails to find Copley and the Cowboys will get the scrum and go back on the attack. This could get ugly for the Broncos.
Cowboys 26
Broncos 6
9:07pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:07pm | Report comment
59′ – Cowboys all over Brisbane now and deserve this lead. They have been by far the better team upfront and outwide. Bowen with a kick and Hoffman regathers possession but he hasn’t had the best of nights
Cowboys 26
Broncos 6
9:06pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:06pm | Report comment
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL
Cowboys 26
Broncos 6
Bowen once again lethal on the counter attack as Brisbane chased Norman’s kick poorly. Too fast and too elusive. Tate once again supporting brilliantly to score.
9:04pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:04pm | Report comment
TRY COWBOYS – Brisbane on the halfway as Norman kicks ahead and he finds Bowen on the full and he is now away before finding Tate who scores the matchwinner!
Cowboys 24
Broncos 6
9:03pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:03pm | Report comment
55′ – Taumalolo with another strong run and he is a real X factor for the Cowboys as Linnett makes a good run. Thurston with a deft kick and Copley regathers now.
Cowboys 20
Broncos 6
9:02pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:02pm | Report comment
PENALTY SUCCESSFUL
Cowboys 20
Broncos 6
Cowboys once again in control as they go beyond a 2 converted tries lead.
9:00pm
Alan Nicolea said | 9:00pm | Report comment
52′ – Taumalolo is stripped of possession and the Cowboys will go right on the attack after getting the penalty. They will go for goal here. Smart decision.
Cowboys 18
Broncos 6
8:59pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:59pm | Report comment
51′ – Norman loses possession and the Cowboys will get a scrum on the halfway. Norman has looked lively thus far but is sometimes guilty of trying to do too much.
Cowboys 18
Broncos 6
8:58pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:58pm | Report comment
49′ – Thurston steps through and he kicks ahead and the Broncos eventually recover possession after Morgan kicked ahead. Brisbane now amke an error as Reed loses the football but the Cowboys now let the Broncos off the hook as Tate throws the football over the sideline
Cowboys 18
Broncos 6
8:56pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:56pm | Report comment
48′ – Broncos finally with some momentum here. Cowboys need to stay alert in defence. Broncos over the halfway here as Gillett goes on a good run followed by Hodges. Norman with a grubber but it goes dead and the Cowboys are off the hook with the 20 metre tap. Broncos with a great set though
Cowboys 18
Broncos 6
8:55pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:55pm | Report comment
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL
Cowboys 18
Broncos 6
Norman provides Brisbane with an injection that keeps them alive. The comeback has started.
8:54pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:54pm | Report comment
TRY BRONCOS – Norman with a great run from 40 metres out and the Broncos have life yet again!
Cowboys 18
Broncos 4
8:53pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:53pm | Report comment
VIDEO REFEREE – Norman breaks the line and races in to score here.
Cowboys 18
Broncos 0
8:52pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:52pm | Report comment
45′ – Te’o finds Taumalolo with a pass here and the Broncos hands let them down again. Cowboys on the attack now and should secure victory with a try here. Bowen with a kick and Gillett regathers well. Brisbane survive as Beale is away!
Cowboys 18
Broncos 0
8:51pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:51pm | Report comment
43′ – Bowen with a kick now and its straight to Copley who looks to be playing injured. Game has settled down here.
Cowboys 18
Broncos 0
8:50pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:50pm | Report comment
42′ – Norman with a kick and Bowen returns possession now and he is nearly through yet again. Bowen has been too good tonight
Cowboys 18
Broncos 0
8:49pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:49pm | Report comment
42′ – Scott with another great run. What a match he has had! Thurston with a bomb now and Beale regathers well.
Cowboys 18
Broncos 0
8:48pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:48pm | Report comment
41′ – Broncos near the halfway as Wallace kicks but it goes straight to Bowen. Cowboys with some field position
Cowboys 18
Broncos 0
8:47pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:47pm | Report comment
SECOND HALF KICKOFF – Broncos with possession
Cowboys 18
Broncos 0
8:35pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:35pm | Report comment
The Cowboys have showcased why they are the premiership darkhorse after blowing Brisbane off the park in the first half to lead 18 nil. Bowen, Thurston and Morgan have cut the Broncos defence to shreds and have punished Brisbane’s inability to maintain possession. Tamou and Scott have been very strong upfront and are winning the battle against Brisbane’s forwards. The Broncos have it all to do in the second half against a red hot Cowboys outfit who are looking the goods Can the Broncos come back?
Cowboys 18
Broncos 0
8:33pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:33pm | Report comment
40′ – Thurston with a grubber and Hoffman regathers and the Broncos survive as the Cowboys kept possession alive. Broncos hanging on by a thread
HALFTIME:
Cowboys 18
Broncos 0
8:31pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:31pm | Report comment
38′ – Taumalolo with a strong run but is held up. Thurston with a pass but its played out by Hodges and the Cowboys get six again!
Cowboys 18
Broncos 0
8:29pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:29pm | Report comment
37′ – Hodges knocks on but the referee misses it. McCullough knocks on anyway and the Cowboys go back on the attack and that’s justice. Cowboys can seal the win before halftime here!
Cowboys 18
Broncos 0
8:28pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:28pm | Report comment
36′ – Neil Henry very happy at the moment. I think he is a great coach and is finally starting to forge a strong Cowboys side after some lean seasons. cowboys over the halfway as Scott and Tamou control upfront. Bowen with a bomb now and Hoffman regathers.
Cowboys 18
Broncos 0
8:27pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:27pm | Report comment
CONVERSION SUCCESSFUL
Cowboys 18
Broncos 0
Cowboys way on top here and the Broncos are gone. Morgan superb tonight. Great grubber by Bowen with Morgan the man that pounced!
8:25pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:25pm | Report comment
TRY COWBOYS – Scott with a strong run here as Bowen grubbers through and Morgan regathers very well and scores!
Cowboys 16
Broncos 0
8:24pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:24pm | Report comment
32′ – Te’o the Broncos player most likely to break the line. Wallace with a bomb and Bowen regathers well under pressure. Cowboys in control
Cowboys 12
Broncos 0
8:24pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:24pm | Report comment
32′ – Sims with a strong run here as the Cowboys go over the halfway. Thurston with a kick and Hoffman regathers possession. Cowboys dominating field position
Cowboys 12
Broncos 0
8:22pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:22pm | Report comment
30′ – McCullough with a kick and he finds touch and the Broncos get a much needed rest. They have been on the back foot big time.
Cowboys 12
Broncos 0
8:21pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:21pm | Report comment
29′ – Tamou very strong tonight and always bending the advantage line. Cowboys with a great set here as they make yardage at will. Thurston with a bomb and its allowed to bounce and Wallace regathers the football. Broncos though grasping for air.
Cowboys 12
Broncos 0
8:20pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:20pm | Report comment
PENALTY SUCCESSFUL
Cowboys 12
Broncos 0
Cowboys out to two converted tries and have Brisbane on the ropes here. If the Cowboys score again its over in my opinion
8:19pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:19pm | Report comment
27′ – Bowen with a bomb now and Hoffman regathers well and is forced back in-goal but the Cowboys win the penalty as Reed is penalised for blocking. Cowboys going for the penalty.
Cowboys 10
Broncos 0
8:18pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:18pm | Report comment
26′ – Norman with a shocking play from the scrum and he loses possession and the Cowboys are off the hook. That’s been the story of Brisbane’s attack this year. No communication
Cowboys 10
Broncos 0
8:17pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:17pm | Report comment
25′ – McCullough with a kick and its a 40/20 from the young hooker! Great kick and that’s a huge play for Brisbane who are right on the attack!
Cowboys 10
Broncos 0
8:16pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:16pm | Report comment
24′ – Linnett with a nice run from dummy-half as the Cowboys go over the halfway. Morgan with a kick and Hoffman regathers well and returns before being met by strong Cowboys defence
Cowboys 10
Broncos 0
8:15pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:15pm | Report comment
23′ – Broncos with a strong set here as they play nice and direct. Wallace with a kick and Bowen recovers possession well and finds Tate who knocks on but the referee rules that Brisbane played at the football first! Tate is let off the hook there.
Cowboys 10
Broncos 0
8:13pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:13pm | Report comment
22′ – Tamou with another great run. What a year he has had. Cowboys now make an error and the Broncos are off the hook here. Brisbane survive!
Cowboys 10
Broncos 0
8:12pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:12pm | Report comment
20′ – Thurston nearly through and throws a great inside pass to Bowen who regathers. Cowboys are sharp. Thurston with a grubber now and Hoffman bats the football dead and the Cowboys earn a repeat set. Cowboys way on top!
Cowboys 10
Broncos 0
8:11pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:11pm | Report comment
19′ – Cowboys with the momentum now as they win the penalty and will get easy passage out of their own half. Brisbane in trouble now.
Cowboys 10
Broncos 0
8:10pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:10pm | Report comment
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Cowboys 10
Broncos 0
A gift of a try to Morgan after Hoffman failed to control the bomb. Cowboys get the fast start they were after. Broncos on the back foot.
8:08pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:08pm | Report comment
TRY COWBOYS – Tate gets by Reed and then finds Graham. Thurston with a bomb now and Hoffman loses it and Morgan regathers and scores!
Cowboys 8
Broncos 0
8:07pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:07pm | Report comment
15′ – Norman with a kick now and Bowen regathers and returns. Glenn though produces a strong tackle on the Cowboys no.1
Cowboys 4
Broncos 0
8:07pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:07pm | Report comment
15′ – Cowboys now struggling for yardage here as Bowen kicks deep and its a great kick as Copley regathers possession and is hammered by Johnson
Cowboys 4
Broncos 0
8:06pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:06pm | Report comment
14′ – Wallace with a kick and he finds space before Graham recovers the football from his in-goal and makes it back into the field of play. Good kick from Wallace
Cowboys 4
Broncos 0
8:05pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:05pm | Report comment
13′ – Segeyaro with a grubber but its a shocker as Copley regathers easily. Cowboys squander an attacking chance.
Cowboys 4
Broncos 0
8:04pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:04pm | Report comment
12′ – Cowboys muscling up in defence here as Brisbane struggle for yardage. Wallace with a kick and it goes straight to Bowen on the full.
Cowboys 4
Broncos 0
8:03pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:03pm | Report comment
11′ – Cowboys with a settled set here as they make the halfway. Tamou with a great run and offload. Bowen with a bomb now and Copley regathers well and is then hammered by Tate.
Cowboys 4
Broncos 0
8:02pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:02pm | Report comment
11′ – Reed destined to score but he produces a double movement centimetres from the line! It doesn’t get any closer than that! Cowboys dodge a bullet.
Cowboys 4
Broncos 0
8:01pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:01pm | Report comment
9′ – Broncos on the attack and they get six to go here as Hodges offloads and Morgan fails to regather possession.
Cowboys 4
Broncos 0
8:00pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:00pm | Report comment
8′ – Thurston breaks through and finds Cooper who then loses possession and the Broncos hold on and regather possession. Cowboys looking sharp
Cowboys 4
Broncos 0
8:00pm
Alan Nicolea said | 8:00pm | Report comment
8′ – Broncos with field position here as they attack. Norman with a bomb and Reed regathers well but he passes straight to Bowen! Cowboys shaky under the high ball.
Cowboys 4
Broncos 0
7:59pm
Alan Nicolea said | 7:59pm | Report comment
7′ – Great offload by Scott and Thurston with possession now. Bowen with a kick and he finds Hoffman on the full. Not a great kick.
Cowboys 4
Broncos 0
7:58pm
Alan Nicolea said | 7:58pm | Report comment
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Cowboys 4
Broncos 0
Cowboys opened up Brisbane with their second phase play and it appeared that Graham was destined to score but was tackled well but just got rid of the football just in time to find Bowen on the inside who scores!
7:56pm
Alan Nicolea said | 7:56pm | Report comment
TRY COWBOYS – Bowen scores after recieving a superb pass from Graham who was heading into touch!
Cowboys 4
Broncos 0
7:55pm
Alan Nicolea said | 7:55pm | Report comment
3′ – Brisbane strong in defence as Bowen kicks and Beale knocks on cold here and the Cowboys will go right on the attack. Bad error from Beale.
Cowboys 0
Broncos 0
7:54pm
Alan Nicolea said | 7:54pm | Report comment
2′ – Brisbane on the attack as they make strong yardage. Wallace with a bomb and the football is allowed to bounce and Morgan somehow regathers possession and comes back into the field of play!
Cowboys 0
Broncos 0
7:53pm
Alan Nicolea said | 7:53pm | Report comment
1′ – Cowboys nearly muck up the kickoff but Thurston regathers and finds Scott. Broncos with a chance to muscle up. Good defensive set Brisbane as Thurston kicks deep and Copley regathers.
Cowboys 0
Broncos 0
7:52pm
Alan Nicolea said | 7:52pm | Report comment
KICKOFF – Cowboys with possession. This should be a great contest!
Cowboys 0
Broncos 0
7:47pm
Alan Nicolea said | 7:47pm | Report comment
Kickoff very shortly….. Great win to Melbourne. They look the goods.
7:44pm
Alan Nicolea said | 7:44pm | Report comment
Its a sellout at Dairy Farmers stadium. Both teams will pumped up!
7:37pm
Alan Nicolea said | 7:37pm | Report comment
Both teams as per program….
7:32pm
Alan Nicolea said | 7:32pm | Report comment
The Cowboys host the Broncos in one of the biggest QLD derbies in recent memory. The loser tonight kisses their season goodbye while the winner goes on to play Manly. Good evening and welcome to this live NRL blog. Can Thurston and Bowen spark tonight and guide the Cowboys to victory or will the Broncos outmuscle their rivals and secure an upset win? This should be a fierce derby so leave your thoughts on the match as it happens.
6:51pm
Patrdon said | 6:51pm | Report comment
Go Storm. You good things. That winger of yours Fonua is a gem and he’s local and brought up through the ranks. What a future.