Brisbane Broncos fans watched anxiously as star prop Payne Haas faced a setback during Thursday morning’s captain’s run. The 24-year-old, fresh from a recent return following a knee injury, couldn’t complete training due to discomfort in his surgically-repaired knee.
This setback raises concerns about Haas’s availability for the Broncos’ crucial round nine showdown against the Roosters on Friday night. Despite the worry, coach Kevin Walters urges fans not to panic, assuring them that the situation is being closely monitored.
Haas’s return to the field last weekend against the Wests Tigers highlighted his vital role in the Broncos squad, making his potential absence against the Roosters a significant concern among supporters.
As the Broncos gear up to face the formidable Roosters, Haas’s condition remains uncertain. His potential absence would undoubtedly impact the team’s performance, with rookie Ben Te Kura standing by as a replacement.
Meanwhile, Kotoni Staggs’s availability is also under scrutiny due to a knee issue, although the coach remains hopeful about his participation.
On the flip side, the Roosters will miss Jared Waerea-Hargreaves due to a calf problem, depriving him of his 300th game milestone celebration. Despite the setback, coach Trent Robinson remains optimistic about Waerea-Hargreaves’s future return.