For an hour of the Brisbane Broncos’ jaw-dropping triumph in Canberra, it appeared as though Kotoni Staggs was going to leave the field as one of the few players from his side who could hold their head up high.

While Reece Walsh ultimately changed that, inspiring his side to a 29-28 golden point victory in a 94-minute qualifying final epic against the Raiders, his marquee centre teammate may well have secured his place for the Kangaroos.

That is, if Staggs makes himself eligible to don the Australian colours, which he did for three games in 2023.

He confirmed to this masthead he was yet to settle on his Test ambitions for this year, given he also has ties to Tonga for whom he has made three appearances.

The 26-year-old’s connection with Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters could sway him tow

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