Australian saddle bronc riders will challenge three American stars at the Cinch International Australian Bronc Match in Warwick on Saturday, 24 October. The event forms part of the Warwick Rodeo and Gold Cup Campdraft. Australia has yet to win an international Bronc Match title since the competition began in 2024, with American riders taking the past two championships. Organisers say the Australian field is particularly strong, with more than $50,000 in total prize money on offer. Competition is expected to begin at about 6pm, though the final starting time is yet to be confirmed.
Australia's leading saddle bronc riders will face three American riders at the Cinch International Australian Bronc Match in Warwick on Saturday, 24 October. American riders have won both previous editions of the event. Four of Australia's top five riders from the 2026 national standings are competing. More than $50,000 in prize money is at stake. The championship also includes a custom saddle made by a Beaudesert saddlemaker. The competition is expected to begin at about 6pm at Warwick Showgrounds.
Three American riders will compete against Australia's leading saddle bronc riders at the Cinch International Australian Bronc Match in Warwick on Saturday, 24 October. The American riders have won both previous editions, held in Scone in 2024 and Warwick in 2025. Australian Bronc Match Inc president Jake Finlay says the Australian field is determined to bring the buckle home. Competitors from several Queensland regional towns are among the invitees. The competition is held during the Warwick Rodeo and Gold Cup Campdraft, with over $50,000 in prize money available.
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Australia's leading saddle bronc cowboys will compete for their first Cinch International Australian Bronc Match title at Warwick on Saturday, 24 October. Victoria's Bailey O'Dell leads the home field, which includes Queensland riders from Cloncurry, Julia Creek, Goondiwindi, Injune and Millmerran. American riders Shorty Garrett, Gus Gaillard and Zac Dallas will challenge them. American riders have won both previous editions. The competition offers more than $50,000 in prize money, including $20,000 for the winner. Competition is scheduled for around 6pm, though organisers have yet to confirm the final starting time.
Some of Australia's leading saddle bronc riders will face American competitors at the Cinch International Australian Bronc Match in Warwick, Queensland, on Saturday, 24 October 2026. The contest is part of the Warwick Rodeo and Gold Cup Campdraft. Total prize money exceeds $50,000, with $20,000 for first place. The winner also receives a custom saddle made by Troy Welsh. American riders have won the previous two titles, and the event is held at Warwick Showgrounds.
