Brisbane winger Jordan Kahu has been ruled out of Friday night’s NRL clash with South Sydney due to a groin strain.

Kahu, who suffered the injury in last round’s win over Gold Coast, has been replaced by ex-Titans flyer David Mead.

Speedster Jonus Pearson has been added to the bench while prop Korbin Sims (foot) received the green light for Brisbane, who will fly out to Sydney on Thursday for the ANZ Stadium clash.