The NRL rolled out a 2026 trial rule change in a Thursday night game between the Broncos and the Storm. The clash acted as the setting for trying out a new kick-off rule. The unusual game marked the first on-field use of the rule change in action.
Freddy explained the rule change trial during coverage of the game. Ahead of the match, Freddy questioned promises issued by both the Storm and the Broncos. Both teams took part in the trial as the new kick-off rule was tested during the fixture.