Cronulla’s premiership credentials continue to plummet after back-to-back poor performances, while the Warriors have cemented themselves as a genuine title threat off the back of former Shark Luke Metcalf.
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South Sydney winger Alex Johnston now has the second-most tries in rugby league history after reaching the 200 barrier against the Warriors, while the New Zealand outfit – and the Blues – will be sweating on the fitness of prop Mitch Barnett.
Canberra Raiders star Joe Tapine might be in trouble for several incidents as he taunted rival fans during his side’s fiery win on Sunday.
Canberra’s gutsy victory over the high-flying Warriors in New Zealand could come at a cost with three key players put on report in the fiery encounter.
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Luke Metcalf has once again proved to be the Warriors matchwinner, as the Dragons produced a stunning comeback, only to fall short at the death, despite scoring more tries than New Zealand.
Luke Metcalf is finally owning the Warriors’ famous No.7 jersey, with another stunning individual performance rocketing his side into the top four, after surviving a dramatic Cowboys comeback.
Cowboys coach Todd Payten has revealed how he hopes to break apart New Zealand’s brick wall defence when his side takes on the Warriors during Magic Round in Brisbane. Read what he had to say.
Knights coach Adam O’Brien has spoken about the NRL’s crackdown on high shots and the toll it’s taking on players.
Things have gone from bad to worse for Knights coach Adam O’Brien, with his team unable to fire across the ditch and hovering perilously close to last on the ladder.
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