Payne Haas says his six-week break from playing is a "blessing in disguise" as he prepares to revive Brisbane's shaky start to the 2026 season.
The return of the Broncos prop against St George Illawarra at Suncorp Stadium on Sunday from a grade-three medial collateral ligament (MCL) injury has positive implications for the Broncos and NSW.
When fit, Haas has been a must-pick for the Blues ever since making his Origin debut in 2019 and there seems no doubt NSW coach Laurie Daley will bring him into the side for game two of the series in Melbourne.
The Blues were out-muscled up front early in their 22-20 win on Wednesday night as the Maroons took a 20-0 lead.
The addition of Haas will only improve the Broncos' chances of making a move up the ladder in the second half of the season.
