The Brisbane Broncos have kicked off the new NRL season with a 26‑18 victory against reigning champions Cronulla Sharks.
Tries from James Roberts and Jordan Kahu gave the Broncos a 14‑6 lead at the break.
Corey Oates and Anthony Milford also scored a try each for the Broncos but it was Jordan Kahu who was most impressive as he scored a try and kicked 5 conversions.
Majority of the Sharks points in the match came from James Maloney as he scored a try and kicked three conversions.
Meanwhile, the Bulldogs will meet Melbourne Storm at 7 tonight while the Rabbitohs clash with Wests Tigers at 9.05pm.
Broncos 26 (Jordan Kahu, James Roberts, Corey Oates, Anthony Milford tries; Jordan Kahu 5 goals) def. Sharks 18 (Gerard Beale, James Maloney, Ricky Leutele tries; James Maloney 3 goals) at Southern Cross Group Stadium. Half‑time: 14‑6.
