Here are the Round 18 team updates, injury reports, and lineup shifts:
🏉 Broncos vs Bulldogs
- Selwyn Cobbo returns at fullback for the Broncos, stepping in during Walsh’s Origin absence and other injuries. Deine Mariner is back at left centre. (news.com.au)
- Recent reports confirm Cobbo will remain for 2025 before his 2026 move to the Dolphins. (news.com.au)
Dragons vs Raiders
- The Dragons are in crisis mode, losing Luciano Leilua (quad), Toby Couchman (shoulder), Nathan Lawson, Hamish Stewart, Cody Walker, and Valentine Holmes. (news.com.au)
- Tyrell Sloan, Raymond Faitala‑Mariner, Hame Sele, Loko Pasifiki Tonga and Blake Lawrie are brought into the lineup. (news.com.au)
- Savelio Tamale signs a contract extension through 2028; however, he’s injured with a dislocated patella and will miss this round and likely beyond. (news.com.au)
- Raiders make a key adjustment due to Josh Papalii rejoining Origin camp: Corey Horsburgh shifts to prop, Morgan Smithies to lock, and Trey Mooney enters the bench. (news.com.au)
Other Notable Updates
- Brandon Smith is poised to make his return for the Rabbitohs from injury, with bench inclusion. (news.com.au)
- Roosters debut newcomer Tom Rodwell, while Tigers shift Adam Doueihi into the halves and place Sunia Turuva at fullback; Tristan Hope starts at hooker. (news.com.au)
🔍 Summary Table
| Team | Key Addition/Return | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Broncos | Cobbo, Mariner | Strengthens backline |
| Dragons | Sloan, Faitala‑Mariner, Sele… | Filling gaps amid heavy injuries |
| Raiders | Horsburgh → prop, Smithies → lock | Papalii’s spot secured by depth |
✅ Implications
- Broncos bolster their backline despite looming exits.
- Dragons must navigate a weak and depleted forward pack.
- Raiders maintain forward strength and balance during Papalii’s Origin absence.
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