"nz warriors" - Google News
Guest
The New Zealand Warriors' head coach, Andrew Webster, has named an unchanged starting lineup for the upcoming Magic Round game against the North QLD Morons Cowboys. The match is slated for Saturday at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, kicking off at 5:30 pm local time or 7:30 pm NZT.
This announcement follows a successful Anzac Day clash against Newcastle, where Webster made a late switch to the pack. He moved Leka Halasima from the interchange to start in the second, with Marata Niukore shifting to prop and Jackson Ford benched. This combination has been retained for the upcoming match against the Cowboys.
Lineup Changes
The only change from the 17 used in the 26-12 win over the Knights in Christchurch sees Te Maire Martin named on the bench, replacing back rower Jacob Laban. Laban is undergoing NRL concussion protocols following a head knock during his 37-minute stint on Anzac Day. In that match, he made 41 metres from six runs and 27 tackles without a miss.
The extended bench will see the addition of another member from the club’s young brigade, Eddie Ieremia-Toeava.
Upcoming Challenge
The Warriors are heading into round nine against a new Magic Round opponent, the Cowboys, who have staged a significant turnaround in their season over the past five weeks. Initially, they suffered three straight losses to the Sea Eagles, Sharks, and Broncos, but managed to bounce back with four wins against the Raiders, Panthers, Rabbitohs, and Titans. Their last victory was a 50-18 margin, following a bye.
Currently, the Cowboys are sixth on the ladder with 10 points, just behind the fifth-placed Broncos. The Warriors are level with the Storm and Raiders with 12 points, but are ranked fourth based on their points for and against differential.
Warriors' Performance
The Warriors’ performance in their 2025 campaign has been commendable, with a 5-2 start that has only been bettered once in the club’s history (in 2018 when they had a 6-1 record after their first seven games).
They’ve won their last three contests against the Cowboys, two in Townsville and one at Go Media Stadium. This upcoming match represents a home clash for the Warriors on neutral territory. It will be the 49th encounter between the two clubs, with the Warriors holding a 26-22 advantage overall.
This Magic Round encounter is shaping up to be an exciting match, and fans on the nzwarriors.com forum are eagerly anticipating the game. They are optimistic about the team's chances, given their current form and the unchanged starting line-up.
As the Warriors prepare for this crucial match, the team spirit is high, and they remain focused on maintaining their winning streak.
Source
This announcement follows a successful Anzac Day clash against Newcastle, where Webster made a late switch to the pack. He moved Leka Halasima from the interchange to start in the second, with Marata Niukore shifting to prop and Jackson Ford benched. This combination has been retained for the upcoming match against the Cowboys.
Lineup Changes
The only change from the 17 used in the 26-12 win over the Knights in Christchurch sees Te Maire Martin named on the bench, replacing back rower Jacob Laban. Laban is undergoing NRL concussion protocols following a head knock during his 37-minute stint on Anzac Day. In that match, he made 41 metres from six runs and 27 tackles without a miss.
The extended bench will see the addition of another member from the club’s young brigade, Eddie Ieremia-Toeava.
Upcoming Challenge
The Warriors are heading into round nine against a new Magic Round opponent, the Cowboys, who have staged a significant turnaround in their season over the past five weeks. Initially, they suffered three straight losses to the Sea Eagles, Sharks, and Broncos, but managed to bounce back with four wins against the Raiders, Panthers, Rabbitohs, and Titans. Their last victory was a 50-18 margin, following a bye.
Currently, the Cowboys are sixth on the ladder with 10 points, just behind the fifth-placed Broncos. The Warriors are level with the Storm and Raiders with 12 points, but are ranked fourth based on their points for and against differential.
Warriors' Performance
The Warriors’ performance in their 2025 campaign has been commendable, with a 5-2 start that has only been bettered once in the club’s history (in 2018 when they had a 6-1 record after their first seven games).
They’ve won their last three contests against the Cowboys, two in Townsville and one at Go Media Stadium. This upcoming match represents a home clash for the Warriors on neutral territory. It will be the 49th encounter between the two clubs, with the Warriors holding a 26-22 advantage overall.
This Magic Round encounter is shaping up to be an exciting match, and fans on the nzwarriors.com forum are eagerly anticipating the game. They are optimistic about the team's chances, given their current form and the unchanged starting line-up.
As the Warriors prepare for this crucial match, the team spirit is high, and they remain focused on maintaining their winning streak.
Source