Overview

• The NRL title will be decided Sunday, October 5 at Accor Stadium as Melbourne face Brisbane.
• Recent output favors Brisbane, with 197 points across the last six games to Melbourne's 114.
• Melbourne led at half-time in four of their seven losses this year, while Brisbane overturned four half-time deficits, including two in finals.
• Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes enters the week with a reported broken left forearm from four weeks ago, leaving his availability and effectiveness under watch.
• Forecast hot, dry conditions are expected to suit Brisbane's style, even as Melbourne carry historical edges with 17 wins in the last 19 meetings and a stronger Homebush record.