The Broncos are gearing up for a fierce confrontation against the Dragons this Saturday at Suncorp Stadium despite grappling with multiple player absences from the squad. Corey Oates, the seasoned winger with 200 games under his belt, recently rejoined training after nursing a knee injury from the Panthers match and is adamant about his team’s potential to shine in the upcoming game.
Oates radiated optimism when he highlighted the team’s resilience in the face of injuries and Origin commitments, affirming that the Broncos boast a formidable lineup on the field week after week. “It shows the quality that [despite injuries and Origin duties], we still have a great team on the field each week,” remarked Oates confidently. “I truly believe we have a great team to go out there and face the Dragons.”
The winger underscored the significance of unity and collective effort, expressing his belief in the team’s ability to deliver when he said, “I’ve always said that no matter who goes out there, as long as you do your job, if you work hard, the rewards will come.”
With an impressive record of 121 tries in the NRL, Oates stands on the cusp of joining the illustrious ranks of Broncos legend Darren Lockyer. Humble in his achievements, Oates remarked, “It’s great company to be around. I’ve never been in it for all the accolades for myself; it’s just all about playing the game that I’ve loved as a kid.”
As the Broncos brace themselves for the showdown against the Dragons, scheduled for 7.25 pm on Saturday at Suncorp Stadium, Oates exuded confidence in his teammates. “There’s a lot of experience running out there,” he added, embodying the unwavering spirit of the team as they head into the highly anticipated match.
Priyam Gera