The Brisbane Broncos have officially commenced their pre-season preparations for the 2025 NRL season. Under the guidance of newly appointed head coach Michael Maguire, the team began training in early November 2024. Maguire, known for his rigorous coaching style, has implemented intense training sessions aimed at revitalizing the squad following a 12th-place finish in the previous season. These sessions have included demanding drills, with players pushing their physical limits, leading to the use of vomit buckets during workouts. This approach has drawn attention from the NRL, which has strict guidelines for heat management during training to ensure player welfare. Broncos CEO Dave Donaghy has assured that the club adheres to these guidelines, emphasizing the priority placed on player safety.
As part of their pre-season schedule, the Broncos are set to participate in the 2025 NRL Pre-Season Challenge, a three-week tournament featuring 17 matches across various locations. The Broncos will face the Gold Coast Titans on Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Clive Berghofer Stadium in Toowoomba, with the match kicking off at 3:30 PM AEDT. ([nrl.com](https://www.nrl.com/news/2024/11/21/2025-nrl-pre-season-challenge/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)) Tickets for this local derby are currently on sale, with gates opening at 9:00 AM AEST on the day of the match. The event promises a full day of football, including curtain-raiser games leading up to the main fixture.
Following the clash with the Titans, the Broncos will continue their pre-season campaign by hosting the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Kayo Stadium in Brisbane, with kickoff scheduled
Looking ahead to the regular season, the Broncos will commence their 2025 NRL campaign with two away games. They will face the Sydney Roosters in Round 1, followed by a match against the Canberra Raiders in Round 2. The team’s first home game is slated for Friday, March 21, 2025, in Round 3, where they will host the North Queensland Cowboys at Suncorp Stadium.
The Broncos’ pre-season activities, under the new leadership of Coach Maguire, reflect a commitment to rigorous preparation and a focus on player welfare. The upcoming Pre-Season Challenge matches offer fans an early opportunity to witness the team’s progress and set the stage for the 2025 NRL season.
