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The NZ Warriors have once again proven their resilience by pulling through a tense comeback from the Dolphins, securing their fifth consecutive win. This victory, albeit controversial, has sparked a lot of discussions amongst fans on the NZWarriors.com forum.
A Dubious Victory
The Warriors' controversial 16-12 win over the Dolphins at Suncorp Stadium was not without its highlights and talking points. The match saw a dubious try, a couple of injury returns, a debutant, and the potential loss of both captains and front-rowers for the following week.
Line-Up Changes
Among the intriguing features of the Warriors' team line-up was the return of former Dally M Medal winner, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck. He was welcomed back by coach Andrew Webster after nearly two months of rehabbing a hamstring strain. Tuivasa-Sheck's return ended up being a significant boost for the team, contributing to the victory with his impressive performance.
Injury Returns
James Fisher-Harris, the co-captain of the Warriors, made a notable return from a chest injury, logging 57 minutes, running for 114 meters, and making 40 tackles. However, his performance was marred by a high, no-arms tackle he made with three minutes left on the clock, dismissing him to the sin bin and leaving the Warriors to defend a dwindling lead.
Warriors Rookie Makes His Debut
Another standout occurrence was the late promotion of rookie Tanner Stowers-Smith to the interchange for his first NRL appearance. Stowers-Smith logged 25 minutes, ran six times for 50 meters, and made 21 tackles over two stints on the field. His debut was a testament to the depth the Warriors have in their squad.
Defining Moment of the Game
The defining moment of the game was a controversial decision by referee Peter Gough. Under pressure, Tuivasa-Sheck spilt the ball forwards, but Gough waved it off as 'play on', ruling the ball went backwards. This decision led to a crucial try for the Warriors, changing the course of the game.
Road Warriors
This fixture marked the Warriors' fifth "road" game out of the last six. Despite the toll that travel can take on players, coach Webster insisted that they hadn't even discussed it, stating, "We are the Warriors and we travel - that's part of the gig".
Stat Attack
Despite being dominated in many key statistics by the Dolphins, the Warriors continued to lead the competition in set completion. Their impressive 8-2 record surpasses the 2018 playoff team. However, despite their strong winning record, the Warriors' points differential after 10 games is just plus five.
Dolphins Fall Short
The Dolphins lost to the Warriors for the first time at Suncorp Stadium. Despite a strong performance, the home side was left wanting more, especially considering the questionable referee call and Capewell's try.
What's Next?
The upcoming Warriors vs. Canberra Raiders match promises to be a marquee matchup. The Raiders, who embarrassed the Warriors in their season-opening meeting, have been one of the form teams of the competition, boasting a 7-3 record.
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A Dubious Victory
The Warriors' controversial 16-12 win over the Dolphins at Suncorp Stadium was not without its highlights and talking points. The match saw a dubious try, a couple of injury returns, a debutant, and the potential loss of both captains and front-rowers for the following week.
Line-Up Changes
Among the intriguing features of the Warriors' team line-up was the return of former Dally M Medal winner, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck. He was welcomed back by coach Andrew Webster after nearly two months of rehabbing a hamstring strain. Tuivasa-Sheck's return ended up being a significant boost for the team, contributing to the victory with his impressive performance.
Injury Returns
James Fisher-Harris, the co-captain of the Warriors, made a notable return from a chest injury, logging 57 minutes, running for 114 meters, and making 40 tackles. However, his performance was marred by a high, no-arms tackle he made with three minutes left on the clock, dismissing him to the sin bin and leaving the Warriors to defend a dwindling lead.
Warriors Rookie Makes His Debut
Another standout occurrence was the late promotion of rookie Tanner Stowers-Smith to the interchange for his first NRL appearance. Stowers-Smith logged 25 minutes, ran six times for 50 meters, and made 21 tackles over two stints on the field. His debut was a testament to the depth the Warriors have in their squad.
Defining Moment of the Game
The defining moment of the game was a controversial decision by referee Peter Gough. Under pressure, Tuivasa-Sheck spilt the ball forwards, but Gough waved it off as 'play on', ruling the ball went backwards. This decision led to a crucial try for the Warriors, changing the course of the game.
Road Warriors
This fixture marked the Warriors' fifth "road" game out of the last six. Despite the toll that travel can take on players, coach Webster insisted that they hadn't even discussed it, stating, "We are the Warriors and we travel - that's part of the gig".
Stat Attack
Despite being dominated in many key statistics by the Dolphins, the Warriors continued to lead the competition in set completion. Their impressive 8-2 record surpasses the 2018 playoff team. However, despite their strong winning record, the Warriors' points differential after 10 games is just plus five.
Dolphins Fall Short
The Dolphins lost to the Warriors for the first time at Suncorp Stadium. Despite a strong performance, the home side was left wanting more, especially considering the questionable referee call and Capewell's try.
What's Next?
The upcoming Warriors vs. Canberra Raiders match promises to be a marquee matchup. The Raiders, who embarrassed the Warriors in their season-opening meeting, have been one of the form teams of the competition, boasting a 7-3 record.
Sign up for daily newsletters to keep up with the Warriors' journey and match updates.
