Glenn up for debut as captain in Cairns

ALEX Glenn hopes to finally make his debut as Brisbane captain in this week’s NRL trial against North Queensland in Cairns after fighting back from a leg complaint.

The veteran backrower (right) was set to lead the Broncos for the first time at the NRL Nines after taking over the reins from Darius Boyd in the off-season.

However, he was forced to pull out after experiencing leg tightness at training before the team were set to fly out to Perth.

But Glenn was confident he would be fully fit for the Cowboys clash on Saturday.

“I am really looking good. I had a heavy conditioning session on Friday and ran really well,” Glenn said.

“It’s unfortunate to be out of the Nines, but I didn’t want to go into the Nines with a niggle and then do something that prevents me from starting the new season (in round one).

“I had to do what is right for the team but I am making sure I am ticking all the boxes to get back soon because I want to be ready for the trial next week.”

While Glenn said he would savour his captaincy debut, he saluted Boyd’s response to his demotion.

He said the former Test fullback took it on the chin before quickly focusing on nailing down the left centre position for the Broncos.

Boyd featured in the position in Brisbane’s 36-18 trial win over Queensland Cup outfit Central Coast Capras in Rockhampton on Saturday night.

The strong Broncos side also featured fit-again Jack Bird at fullback as well as exMaroons hooker Andrew McCullough, Tevita Pangai, Pat Carrigan and Joe Ofahengaue.

Broncos led 18-6 at halftime after tries to Pangai and wingers Jon Reuben and Richie Kennar. Second-half tries to Kobe Hetherington and halfback Tyson Gamble helped Brisbane seal the win at Browne Park.