Brisbane's Title Defence: A Cautionary Tale for Rugby League Clubs The rugby league world is abuzz with news that Brisbane's title defence has hit rock bottom, with their 40 6 loss to the Warriors marking the most defeats by any defending premier in 118 years.
This dismal performance puts them perilously close to wooden spoon territory. Brisbane's recent form is a stark reminder that even the most storied franchises can fall victim to complacency.
They have won just once in their last 13 games, and Coach Michael Maguire's dismissal of questions about motivation as "garbage" only serves to underscore the club's detachment from reality.