Bronco Ben Hunt and Cowboy Johnathan Thurston star in round 12
THEY’RE the players their teams turn to when points are needed and Ben Hunt and Johnathan Thurston also are among the fans’ favourites.
Broncos
Don't miss out on the headlines from Broncos. Followed categories will be added to My News.
THEY are the players their teams turn to when points are needed and star halves Ben Hunt and Johnathan Thurston also are among the fans’ favourites.
Broncos halfback Hunt was the man of the match in the big win over Manly at Suncorp on Sunday and is attracting plenty of attention from other NRL clubs.
Only 12 months ago, Hunt was struggling to establish himself as a first-grader and appeared to lack confidence and, most importantly, the vision needed for a playmaker at NRL level.
Now he is on the verge of State of Origin selection.
You can tell us what you thought of Hunt’s efforts against the Sea Eagles in The Courier-Mail’s Fan Favourite survey.
Thurston was at his masterful best in Townsville as the Cowboys took Storm apart.
You can rate the Cowboys players here.
Originally published as Bronco Ben Hunt and Cowboy Johnathan Thurston star in round 12
What Maguire, Broncos can learn from grand final masterclass
Michael Maguire was in the stands for Penrith’s epic grand final win. There was plenty for the new Broncos coach to ponder, writes ROBERT CRADDOCK.
Broncos’ Bellamy blunder: How Brisbane fumbled Bennett successor
It’s the sliding doors moment that cost Brisbane the signing of Craig Bellamy and put Melbourne on the path to a two-decade dynasty. See the inside story of how the Broncos botched their Wayne Bennett succession plan.