In what will be the first finals matchup of 2023, the Broncos and Storm will line up with vastly different sides in the rematch of last week’s game.
With Melbourne winning their Round 27 matchup the Storm are currently on a 14-game win streak against the Broncos.
Both sides will see their stars return from their rests with as many as 11 changes expected for the Broncos and the likes of Jahrome Hughes and Harry Grant returning for the Storm.
This game will be the Broncos' first finals appearance since 2018 and the Storm’s 13th consecutive year in the postseason.
Here's everything you need to know about the Broncos vs Storm Finals Week 1 clash.
What time is the NRL finals? Broncos vs Storm kickoff time
Friday night’s game between the Brisbane Broncos and Melbourne Storm will kick off at 7:50pm AEST.
The match will be held at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane.
| City | Sydney | Melbourne | Brisbane | Adelaide | Perth |
| Start time | 7:50pm | 7:50pm | 7:50pm | 7.20pm | 5:50pm |
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How to watch or live stream Broncos vs Storm
Channel Nine and Fox League will both broadcast Friday night's game.
Coverage on Fox League and Channel Nine will start at 7:00pm AEST, with kick off scheduled for 7:50pm AEST.
9Now and Kayo Sports will both stream the game live.
| TV channel | Channel 9/Fox League |
| Live stream | 9Now/Kayo Sports |
Broncos vs Storm Finals Week 1 team lists
| BRONCOS TEAM LIST | STORM TEAM LIST |
| 1. Reece Walsh 14. Tyson Smoothy | 1. Nick Meaney 15. Tom Eisenhuth |
