New Zealand Warriors vs Brisbane Broncos Prediction, Preview, Team News and More: NRL Round 17, 2024

Modified Jun 28, 2024 20:21 IST

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The New Zealand Warriors and the Brisbane Broncos trade tackles this Saturday, June 29, at Go Media Stadium in the NRL Round 17. The two teams enter this match after suffering consecutive losses and will be eager to get back to winning.

The Warriors are on a two-game losing streak, while the Broncos have lost their past three games. Last week, New Zealand produced one of their worst performances of the season, losing by 60 points to Gold Coast. They failed to score in the first period, concerning 30+ goals in each half.

This poor form of late has seen the Warriors drop from the playoff zone to the 13th position. However, only three points separate them from North Queensland, which means they could be back in contention for the finals if they get their acts right.

Brisbane, meanwhile, are in the top eight but risk a drop if they fail to win this week. The Broncos had a bye in the previous round, which should have given them time to refresh and restrategize after losses to Gold Coast, Cronulla, and South Sydney before the break.

The last time the two sides met was in the 2023 preliminary final and the Broncos won 42-12 en route to the Grand Final. New Zealand will be out for revenge, therefore a tight encounter is expected at the Go Media Stadium.

New Zealand Warriors vs Brisbane Broncos Form Guide

New Zealand Warriors Form Guide (WWWLL): The New Zealand Warriors are 13th in the NRL ladder.

Brisbane Broncos Form Guide (WWLLL): The Brisbane Broncos are seventh in the NRL ladder.

New Zealand Warriors vs Brisbane Broncos Team News

New Zealand Warriors

Injured: Ali Leiataua (Ankle), Zyon Maiu'u (Ankle), Rocco Berry (Shoulder), Luke Metcalf (Fractured leg), Paul Roache (Ankle), Shaun Johnson (Achilles)

Suspended: none