Overview
- Latrell Mitchell's 49-metre field goal and last-second try capped South Sydney's 22-14 comeback win over Brisbane after trailing 14-0 at halftime.
- The victory snapped the Rabbitohs' four-game losing streak and lifted them out of the bottom four on the ladder, reinvigorating their season.
- Mitchell’s performance, including two critical try-saving tackles, has strengthened his case for inclusion in the upcoming State of Origin series.
- Broncos halfback Ben Hunt suffered a hamstring injury in the second half, jeopardizing his availability for next week and Queensland’s State of Origin squad.
- Brisbane may be forced to recall five-eighth Ezra Mam, sidelined by a drug-driving ban, as coach Michael Maguire evaluates options for their next match.