new zealand warriors

Ben Francis rates the New Zealand Warriors’ performance in their gutsy come-from-behind 20-18 NRL win over the Redcliffe Dolphins in Wellington. Constantly tested under the high ball by the Dolphins and, bar one blemish, handled it with confidence. Provided a reliable presence at the back and was one of the Warriors’ most dangerous runners, repeatedly bending the line and threatening in the red zone. Finished with a game-high 235m, 10 tackle breaks and earned the Warriors’ only second-half try. Was forced to come infield in search of work and found reward late in the first half with his ninth