Raiders and Broncos are still reckoning with the legacy of a classic
It's almost one year since Canberra and Brisbane met in the game of a lifetime and both sides are still learning to live with the fallout of perhaps the greatest match they'll ever play against one another.
The Canberra Raiders and Brisbane Broncos are both reflecting on the significance of last year's intense match, which saw the Broncos emerge victorious with a final score of 29-28. This was the first encounter between the two teams since their dramatic semi-final clash, where Brisbane ultimately fell short. The intense rivalry between these two teams, both considered among the NRL's great teams, will be a focal point in their upcoming match.
Despite their recent struggles, both clubs are hoping to gain a win in this crucial game. For the Raiders, it is an opportunity to redeem themselves following a 20-year drought without a premiership, while Brisbane seeks to avoid a significant drop from premiership status, potentially ending as wooden spooners for the first time.
The match will also mark a farewell for Josh Papalii, the Raiders' most capped player, and a chance for Simi Sasagi to play one last time alongside their club legend.
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