Conflicting reports emerged after the Sydney Roosters' Round 19 victory over the Brisbane Broncos, with one source citing a 38-24 result at Allianz Stadium and another claiming a 24-18 scoreline at Suncorp Stadium.
Match Summary
The Roosters led 30-0 early in the second half, according to one account. The Broncos fought back to reduce the deficit to 30-24, but crucial errors ultimately ended their attempted comeback.
Injuries
Brisbane Broncos:
- Adam Reynolds: Concussion, will miss the next match against Manly due to concussion protocols.
- Jordan Karapani: Ankle injury from a hip-drop tackle.
- Deine Mariner: Cork injury.
Sydney Roosters:
- Lindsay Collins: Concussion. Collins was ruled out at halftime with delayed concussion symptoms and will enter recovery protocols. He will observe an 11-day stand-down, which would conclude prior to the State of Origin decider, but he will be unable to train during that period.
- Mark Nawaqanitawase: Ankle injury, replaced by Cody Ramsey (returning after 1337 days out due to ulcerative colitis).
- Angus Crichton: Knee injury.
Key Events
- James Tedesco set up a try for Daly Cherry-Evans.
- Daniel Tupou scored his 190th try.
- Sam Walker scored one try and set up another in his 100th NRL match, also making two try-saving tackles.
- Reece Walsh scored and set up tries for the Broncos.
- Patrick Carrigan and Kotoni Staggs made errors that halted the Broncos' comeback.
- Staggs was sin-binned for an elbow to Hugo Savala's head.
Player Reports
Three Queensland State of Origin squad members were reported for separate incidents during the match, casting doubt on their participation in the State of Origin decider on July 8.
- Lindsay Collins (Roosters prop): Placed on report in the 10th minute for a high tackle on Xavier Willison.
- Sam Walker (Roosters halfback): Placed on report in the 12th minute for a shoulder charge on Reece Walsh.
- Robert Toia (Roosters centre): Placed on report in the 66th minute for a lifting tackle on Josiah Karapani.
Roosters coach Trent Robinson stated that none of the incidents were serious. He described Collins' tackle as "straight-up contact," Toia's tackle as a case of "the player tucked his head," and Walker's action as a protective measure against a charging opponent. Robinson said he expected the players to be cleared for the next match.
Context
- The Roosters have scored 205 points during a five-match winning streak.
- The Broncos have lost seven consecutive matches.
- The Queensland State of Origin squad for the decider is scheduled to be announced on Monday at 8am.