Brisbane Broncos Conclude International Tour with World Club Challenge Defeat, Set for Final Pre-Season Trial
The Brisbane Broncos rugby league club has completed its international tour, suffering a 30-24 defeat to Hull Kingston Rovers in the World Club Challenge. Following their return to Australia, the Broncos are set to play their final pre-season trial match against Souths Logan at home.
World Club Challenge: Hull KR Claims Victory Over Broncos
The Brisbane Broncos faced Hull KR in the 2026 World Club Challenge at MKM Stadium in Hull. Australian fans could watch the match live on Fox League and Kayo, with kick-off at 5:30 AM AEST. Local viewing was also available at The Star Brisbane's Sportsbar.
Match Result and Key Moments
Hull Kingston Rovers defeated the Brisbane Broncos 30-24. Hull KR established an early lead, reaching a score of 30-4 with 20 minutes remaining in the game. The Broncos then scored three tries within five minutes, followed by another try in the 77th minute through Kotoni Staggs.
An unsuccessful conversion attempt by Adam Reynolds left the Broncos trailing by a converted try with under three minutes remaining, and Hull KR maintained their lead through the final moments.
During the match, Brisbane's Corey Jensen sustained a head injury within the first 90 seconds and did not return after failing a Head Injury Assessment (HIA).
Hull KR's first points came when Tom Amone scored, following a play initiated by Tyrone May. Errors by Brisbane in their own 20-meter area contributed to two additional tries for Hull KR, establishing an 18-0 lead. Brisbane scored in the first half through Gehamat Shibasaki, making the halftime score 18-4. In the second half, Hull KR's Oliver Gildart and Peta Hiku (at 57 minutes) also scored, contributing to their 30-4 lead before the Broncos' late scoring surge.
Match Summary
- Hull KR - 30
- Tries: Amone, Minchella, Burgess, Gildart, Hiku
- Goals: Martin 3/3, Mourgue 2/2
- Brisbane Broncos - 24
- Tries: Shibasaki (2), Carrigan, Mariner, Staggs
- Goals: Reynolds 2/5
This victory marks a "quadruple" for Hull KR, encompassing the League Leaders’ Shield, Super League title, Challenge Cup, and World Club Challenge. Australian teams have not won the World Club Challenge since 2020.
Broncos Prepare for Final Pre-Season Trial
Following their return, the Broncos will finalize their pre-season preparations with their second and final trial match. They are scheduled to play against their Brisbane affiliate, Souths Logan, on Sunday at 2:00 PM at Davies Park in West End. The team for this trial will be coached by Matt Ballin.
Souths Logan Magpies Trial Team List
The following players are listed for the Brisbane Broncos in the trial against Souths Logan Magpies:
- Hayze Perham
- Antonio Verhoeven
- Jesse Arthars
- Delouise Hoeter
- Phillip Coates
- Bailey McConnell
- Tom Duffy
- VJ Semu
- Cameron Bukowski
- Preston Riki
- Jett Bryce
- Luke Gale
- Tupou Francis
- Beni Allen
- Jared Horne
- Mason Teague
- Josh Coric
- Bayley Sironen
- Preston Cassidy
- Kane Bradley
- Ben Farr
Related Information
The official World Club Challenge jersey, commemorating the Broncos' participation, remains available for pre-order through the Broncos Team Store.