The Broncos have suffered an early setback in their bid to bounce back from their disastrous premiership defence with Josiah Karapani banned for the first two rounds of the 2027 season.
Brisbane Broncos winger Josiah Karapani has been handed a two-match ban by the NRL following multiple driving offences. The sanction means the 24-year-old will miss the opening two rounds of the 2027 NRL season. Alongside the suspension, Karapani received a $1,500 suspended fine and must complete education and training courses.
The penalties stem from a June incident where Queensland Police stopped Karapani for speeding, driving an unregistered vehicle, and recording a 0.037 blood alcohol reading. The Broncos confirmed they will not impose additional club punishments.
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