LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
The Wests Tigers Black Cubs have returned home after a successful 4-day tour across the Tasman, where they secured a hard-fought 24-20 victory over a Warriors development team.
The Cubs showed great determination and resilience in the face of a physical Warriors outfit, with hard-running and heavy collisions being a prominent aspect of the match.
Key players in the Cubs' success were their middle forwards Junior Taungatua and Elijah Mataale, who provided a solid platform for their teammates to build off.
Additionally, the performance of halfback Luke Keppie was highly impressive, as he effectively controlled the tempo of the game and executed a brilliant 40/20 kick.
The Cubs' back five also played a crucial role in their victory, with Ofele Lene and Brenden Niacori working tirelessly to gain favorable field position.
The icing on the cake came from fullback Tino Tavana, who scored a remarkable length-of-the-field try off an intercept, ultimately sealing the victory for the Cubs.