The NRL Premiership is heating up, with several teams making surprising moves and others struggling to keep up. The Brisbane Broncos, once a force to be reckoned with, are now in danger of missing the finals for the second time in three years. Their recent defeat at the hands of South Sydney was their sixth straight loss, and their chances of making the finals are looking slim. The writing was on the wall earlier in the season, with the Broncos losing to Hull KR in the World Club Challenge and facing a host of injuries. The Canberra Raiders, on the other hand, have gone from the hunters to the hunted after a shocking six months. They are now 13th on the NRL ladder with only five wins to their name, and their finals hopes are looking slim. The Parramatta Eels face an interesting roster dilemma with Ronald Volkman, who has revived his career this season and proven himself as a reliable starting playmaker. The Wests Tigers, meanwhile, have seen a turnaround in form with Jarome Luai delivering a timely response to criticism. The Dolphins, meanwhile, are on a six-game winning streak and are looking like serious contenders for the title. The Penrith Panthers, meanwhile, are looking to coast towards a fifth title in six years, but the Dolphins are looming as serious threats. The Roosters, meanwhile, have had a rollercoaster night, with their senior leaders failing to match the energy and intensity of the Dolphins. As the season progresses, the competition is heating up, and the race for the title is far from over.
