Overview

• The men’s decider is scheduled for Sunday, 5 October at Stadium Australia with kickoff at 7:30pm AEDT, following the NRLW final at 4:00pm AEDT on Channel 9 and 9Now.
• Brisbane coach Michael Maguire confirmed Adam Reynolds as the goal-kicker and said Ezra Mam will again come off the bench after his return from suspension.
• Melbourne enter near full strength with Jahrome Hughes and Ryan Papenhuyzen available, while prop Nelson Asofa-Solomona remains suspended.
• The Storm have reduced captain Harry Grant’s off-field commitments this week to prioritise his preparation after reviewing last year’s grand final build-up.
• Brisbane pursue a first premiership since 2006 after a late-season revival sparked by Reece Walsh’s return, winning 12 of 14 matches since round 13.