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21 Jun, 2025
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NRL match preview: Warriors host Panthers in first Auckland clash since 2019
@Source: indiatimes.com
NRL round 16 preview: Warriors vs Panthers returns to Go Media StadiumFor the first time since 2019, the Penrith Panthers will play at Go Media Stadium in Auckland, where they will face the One New Zealand Warriors in Round 16 of the NRL. The Panthers secured a narrow 19-18 golden point win during their last visit to the venue, courtesy of then-halfback James Maloney.Several players who featured in that 2019 fixture have since retired, moved clubs, or transferred overseas. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck remains the only current Warrior from that match. James Fisher-Harris and Wayde Egan were then with Penrith, while Isaiah Papali’i, now with the Panthers, played in the Warriors' back row.Also read: New Zealand coroner warns against dangerous Rugby-inspired 'Runit Championship' following player deathThe Warriors enter this match third on the ladder, having won seven of their last eight games. Penrith, after a poor 1-5 start, have climbed to ninth with three wins and a draw in their last five matches. The match is a sellout, contrasting the 12,952 attendance in 2019.Complete team lists: Warriors and Panthers finalize squads for key matchupWarriors starting line-upBacks:1. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak3. Adam Pompey4. Moala Graham-TaufaAlso read: Dylan Walker released by One New Zealand Warriors, joins Australia's Parramatta Eels5. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck6. Chanel Harris-Tavita7. Luke MetcalfForwards:8. James Fisher-Harris9. Wayde Egan10. Marata Niukore11. Leka Halasima12. Jacob Laban13. Erin ClarkInterchange:14. Te Maire Martin15. Jackson Ford16. Demitric Vaimauga17. Tanner Stowers-SmithReserves:18. Samuel Healey22. Edward KosiIns: Edward Kosi, Moala Graham-Taufa, Wayde EganOuts: Kurt Capewell, Taine TuaupikiPanthers Starting Line-UpBacks:1. Daine Laurie2. Thomas Jenkins3. Izack Tago4. Casey McLean5. Paul Alamoti6. Blaize Talagi7. Brad SchneiderForwards:8. Moses Leota 9. Mitch Kenny10. Lindsay Smith11. Scott Sorensen12. Isaiah Papali’i13. Matthew EisenhuthInterchange:14. Trent Toelau15. Liam Henry16. Luron Patea17. Luke GarnerReserves:18. Luke Sommerton19. Jack ColeIns: Daine Laurie, Jack Cole, Liam Henry, Matthew Eisenhuth, Paul Alamoti, Trent ToelauOuts: Brian To’o, Dylan Edwards, Isaah Yeo, Liam Martin, Nathan ClearyStat Highlights and Match Officials1. The Warriors aim for consecutive wins over Penrith for the first time since 2012.2. The Panthers have won eight of their last nine meetings against the Warriors.3. The Warriors are 4-1 at home this season.4. Brian To’o has scored seven tries in his last six matches against the Warriors.5. Te Maire Martin will mark his 100th NRL appearance.Match Officials:1. Referee: Todd Smith2. Touch Judge: Belinda SharpeNRL match preview: Warriors host Panthers in first Auckland clash since 2019The Penrith Panthers return to Go Media Stadium to face the One New Zealand Warriors for the first time in Auckland since 2019. The Warriors aim to secure a top-three spot, while the Panthers continue their late-season recovery. Full team line-ups, player changes, and match official details below3. Senior Review Official: Ashley Klein
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