NRL Grand Final Showdown: Melbourne Storm vs. Brisbane Broncos



 In a thrilling climax to the 2025 NRL season, the Brisbane Broncos edged out the Melbourne Storm 26–22 at Accor Stadium in Sydney to claim the premiership crown. The Guardian


Road to the Grand Final

  • Melbourne Storm finished the regular season in 2nd place with a 17–7 record.

  • Brisbane Broncos ended the regular season 4th with a 15–9 record. FOX SPORTS

  • The Broncos’ finals run included a dramatic golden-point win over Canberra (29–28) and a comeback victory against Penrith (16–14) to reach the decider.

  • The Storm, meanwhile, defeated the Bulldogs (26–18) and then the Sharks to reach their second straight Grand Final.

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Match Preview & Teams

  • Both teams entered the Grand Final without late changes: Storm fielded the same 17 that won their preliminary final, and Broncos had Pat Carrigan return from suspension. National Rugby League

  • For Melbourne, coach Craig Bellamy appeared in a record 11th Grand Final.

  • Key Broncos tactics included using Ezra Mam off the bench for impact and relying on veteran composure in tight moments. The Guardian

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The Decider: Highlights & Turning Points

  • Brisbane struck early: Deine Mariner opened scoring in just the 2nd minute. ABC

  • The Storm answered with three consecutive tries, seizing control heading into halftime  The Guardian

  • In the second half, Brisbane produced a stunning comeback: three unanswered tries allowed them to take the lead in the 58th minute. 

  • Reece Walsh delivered a standout performance: a solo try, try assists, and critical defense in the final minutes. 

  • Melbourne struggled to reply in the second stanza. Defensive fatigue, penalties, and a late yellow card to Trent Loiero hurt their cause. The Guardian

Aftermath & Significance

  • Brisbane’s victory ended a 19-year premiership drought. Their last title came in 2006, coincidentally also against Melbourne. The Guardian

  • The win marks their 7th premiership (counting Super League era).

  • Walsh’s performance solidified his ascent as one of the game’s premier talents. News.com

  • For Melbourne, the result was a heartbreak after dominating early phases but unable to sustain momentum. The Guardian


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