Broncos fan favourite Selwyn Cobbo is a complex case of a young star with all the raw talent in the world, but without the professionalism to match. PETER BADEL reveals how the Red Hill riddle became the Dolphins’ dilemma.
The Dolphins have slammed the door shut on Sam Burgess’ pursuit of reborn five-eighth Kodi Nikorima amid Redcliffe’s chase for English halfback George Williams.
The contract circus that has followed Selwyn Cobbo is finally over after the former rep star signed a deal to join one of Brisbane’s biggest rivals.
Selwyn Cobbo is walking away from the Broncos, but the star winger is not travelling far after agreeing to terms with a rival Queensland club. See all the details here.
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A couple of blowout losses prompted the Dolphins to hold some honesty sessions, with the players responding in style to produce some matchwinning defensive plays.
Kalyn Ponga is the logical choice to play fullback for the Maroons, but Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow is ready to make the No.1 jersey his own.
A piece of Herbie Farnworth brilliance helped the Dolphins to a gritty win over the uninspiring Eels, with the Parramatta side remaining rooted to the bottom of the NRL ladder.
Normally a snub from NRL headquarters is a burr on the saddle of local league fans. But the game’s decision not to entertain an expansion team in Queensland was lucky – and Magic Round was proof.
Sensationally axed as NSW skipper last year, James Tedesco has ramped up his bid for an Origin recall, guiding the Roosters to a stunning Magic Round win over the Dolphins.
The Dolphins have Magic Round bragging rights after the Broncos were “shafted” from prime time, but Pat Carrigan won a personal battle with Herbie Farnworth following a savage group chat eviction.
Pressure is mounting on the NRL to change a salary cap system threatening to squeeze Broncos playmaker Adam Reynolds into retirement. Plus, ROBERT CRADDOCK picks the best 13 players from the four Queensland clubs in round 8.
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