Live: Broncos and Bulldogs end disappointing NRL seasons in Sydney

The teams are on their way onto the field, starting with the soon-to-be Rabbitoh.

And here come the Bulldogs, led by Stephen Crichton.

Who are you picking?

I’ve got the Bulldogs winning comfortably.

There’s nothing but pride to play for for both these teams, but that should be plenty, according to Brisbane coach Michael Maguire.

“It’s a game you’re gonna be remembered by. Your teammates out there know exactly what goes on. You’re rememebered by what you do now by your teammates, by your fans and your coaches.”

The Broncos have a little extra motivation to send Payne Haas out a winner.

“He’s a great man and he’s given a lot to the club. The boys have really enjoyed the week together.”

And it’s another milestone ticked off for Ben Hunt, as he plays his 373rd NRL game to pass Cooper Cronk for outright third.

“He’s been a major part of what has gone on in the club. To see Benny come back and lead it’s what he does away from the field. They’re the things most people don’t get to see.”

After the debacle that was the Adam Reynolds Lang Park farewell, the Broncos are having another crack at it as Souths-bound Payne Haas plays his final game for Brisbane before heading to Redfern for 2027.

It doesn’t feel right that such a champion leaves this club in such underwhelming circumstances, but perhaps we’ll see one last iconic outing from him in maroon and gold tonight.