Warriors defeat Broncos 40-6 in Brisbane

The New Zealand Warriors secured a dominant 40-6 victory over the Brisbane Broncos in Brisbane, moving within eight points of second place on the ladder. Despite losing halfback Luke Metcalf to a hamstring injury early in the first half, the Warriors maintained control through the play of Harris-Tavita and Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad.

The loss leaves the Broncos struggling, having lost 12 of their last 13 matches. The defeat places Brisbane second last in the standings, facing the risk of finishing the season in last place.