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The NZ Warriors are set to face the North QLD Morons Cowboys in the Magic Round at Brisbane on Saturday, 3rd May. The match will kick off at 7.30pm at the Suncorp Stadium, with live blog updates available on RNZ Sport.
Warriors Maintain Same Starting Side
Warriors head coach, Andrew Webster, has decided to retain the same starting line-up that proved successful against the Newcastle Knights last week. This decision comes after a last-minute change to the line-up last week where Marata Niukore moved to the front row, with Leka Halasima taking over his second-row spot and Jackson Ford moving to the interchange bench. These changes have been retained for the upcoming match against the Cowboys.
The only significant change for this week comes in the form of half Te Maire Martin replacing forward Jacob Laban on the bench due to Laban undergoing concussion protocols.
The Cowboys Also Retain Their Squad
In a mirror strategy, the Cowboys have also decided to retain their squad that played against the Gold Coast Titans. Harrison Edwards, who was a late addition to the interchange for the Titans match, will also be seen in action against the Warriors.
Current Team Standings
The Cowboys, coached by ex-Warriors assistant Todd Payten, are currently placed sixth on the NRL table - two spots behind the Warriors. They have managed to secure four straight wins after beginning their season with three losses.
Warriors Line-up
The Warriors team for the match includes Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, Taine Tuaupiki, Rocco Berry, Ali Leiataua, Adam Pompey, Chanel Harris-Tavita, Luke Metcalf, Marata Niukore, Wayde Egan, Mitch Barnett (c), Kurt Capewell, Leka Halasima, and Erin Clark. The interchange will see Te Maire Martin, Jackson Ford, Demitric Vaimauga, and Bunty Afoa.
Cowboys Line-up
The Cowboys will be represented by Scott Drinkwater, Robert Derby, Jaxon Purdue, Viliami Vailea, Murray Taulagi, Tom Dearden, Jake Clifford, Jordan McLean, Reece Robson, Jason Taumalolo, John Bateman, Jeremiah Nanai, and Reuben Cotter. The interchange will feature Sam McIntyre, Harrison Edwards, Griffin Neame, and Coen Hess.
This update is based on the information received from https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/55...om-nz-warriors-dominance-of-newcastle-knights.
Fan Reactions
The decision to keep the starting line-up unchanged has been met with mixed reactions on the NZWarriors.com forum. While some users appreciate the coach's consistency, others express concerns about the team's adaptability in the face of changing opposition dynamics. The general sentiment amongst fans remains optimistic as the Warriors have been performing well in the current season.
Warriors Maintain Same Starting Side
Warriors head coach, Andrew Webster, has decided to retain the same starting line-up that proved successful against the Newcastle Knights last week. This decision comes after a last-minute change to the line-up last week where Marata Niukore moved to the front row, with Leka Halasima taking over his second-row spot and Jackson Ford moving to the interchange bench. These changes have been retained for the upcoming match against the Cowboys.
The only significant change for this week comes in the form of half Te Maire Martin replacing forward Jacob Laban on the bench due to Laban undergoing concussion protocols.
The Cowboys Also Retain Their Squad
In a mirror strategy, the Cowboys have also decided to retain their squad that played against the Gold Coast Titans. Harrison Edwards, who was a late addition to the interchange for the Titans match, will also be seen in action against the Warriors.
Current Team Standings
The Cowboys, coached by ex-Warriors assistant Todd Payten, are currently placed sixth on the NRL table - two spots behind the Warriors. They have managed to secure four straight wins after beginning their season with three losses.
Warriors Line-up
The Warriors team for the match includes Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, Taine Tuaupiki, Rocco Berry, Ali Leiataua, Adam Pompey, Chanel Harris-Tavita, Luke Metcalf, Marata Niukore, Wayde Egan, Mitch Barnett (c), Kurt Capewell, Leka Halasima, and Erin Clark. The interchange will see Te Maire Martin, Jackson Ford, Demitric Vaimauga, and Bunty Afoa.
Cowboys Line-up
The Cowboys will be represented by Scott Drinkwater, Robert Derby, Jaxon Purdue, Viliami Vailea, Murray Taulagi, Tom Dearden, Jake Clifford, Jordan McLean, Reece Robson, Jason Taumalolo, John Bateman, Jeremiah Nanai, and Reuben Cotter. The interchange will feature Sam McIntyre, Harrison Edwards, Griffin Neame, and Coen Hess.
This update is based on the information received from https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/sport/55...om-nz-warriors-dominance-of-newcastle-knights.
Fan Reactions
The decision to keep the starting line-up unchanged has been met with mixed reactions on the NZWarriors.com forum. While some users appreciate the coach's consistency, others express concerns about the team's adaptability in the face of changing opposition dynamics. The general sentiment amongst fans remains optimistic as the Warriors have been performing well in the current season.