Overview

• Brisbane rallied from 22-12 at halftime at Accor Stadium, with Walsh scoring a solo try, setting up three and making multiple try-saving tackles.
• Captain Adam Reynolds exited with a leg injury and Ben Hunt later failed a concussion check, leaving Ezra Mam to execute crucial late plays.
• Coach Michael Maguire highlighted Walsh’s improved defence and a hard-edged program as foundations for the Broncos’ transformation.
• Walsh said he had not consumed alcohol all year and later celebrated energetically on social media, including a pointed message to Stefano Utoikamanu.
• Storm coach Craig Bellamy criticised his team’s inability to contain Walsh, as outlets report the fullback is widely expected to be picked for the upcoming Kangaroo Tour pending the official squad.