The Burleigh Bears delivered a truly dominant performance in their Mal Meninga Cup match against the Wide Bay Bulls, securing an unprecedented 130-0 victory at UAA Park on the Gold Coast. The Bears displayed their dominance right from the start, with Bailey McConnell scoring two tries within the first four minutes, setting the tone for the rest of the game.
By halftime, the Bears had built an enormous 70-0 lead, leaving both spectators and the Bulls surprised and overwhelmed. The second half provided no respite for the Bulls, as the Bears continued their relentless scoring. Talas Abell scored in the 53rd minute, and Saxon Innes followed suit in the 59th minute, with the Bears maintaining a high scoring pace.
Coby Black, the Bears’ halfback, had an exceptional performance, contributing an impressive 46 points through two tries and 19 successful conversions. The Bears’ scoring was distributed throughout the team, with McConnell, Jett Bryce, and Black all adding two tries each. Phillip Coates recorded a hat trick, while Sunny Kama and Disharne Tonihi scored four tries apiece, showcasing the depth and talent within the Bears’ roster.
The final 11 minutes of the match ended without any further scoring, providing some relief for the Bulls and their fans. The defeat has left the Bulls at the bottom of the league standings, with zero wins and nine losses this season. They have conceded 544 points while only managing to score 74, highlighting the challenges they have faced throughout the campaign.
