LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The latest team list from the warriors.kiwi website reveals that Shaun Johnson and Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad are ready to hit the ground running for the NZ Warriors in their upcoming clash against the Parramatta Eels at the bustling Go Media Stadium on Friday night.
Fans can expect a showdown full of action and intensity, with these two key players back in the mix.
Halfback Johnson has conquered his Achilles tendinopathy setback that kept him on the sidelines since their defeat to the Titans in round 16.
Meanwhile, Nicoll-Klokstad has shaken off a calf injury he picked up in the golden point loss to the Bulldogs, and is all set to reclaim his spot at fullback for his 13th appearance of the season.
Adding to the good news, Luke Metcalf and Taine Tuaupiki will be back in action for the New South Wales Cup side against the Eels.
Metcalf is returning from a lengthy absence after breaking his leg early in the season, while Tuaupiki is cleared to play following concussion protocols.
Unfortunately, forward Jackson Ford will be sidelined until the later rounds of the season due to a knee injury.
Ford had been a consistent presence in all 19 games for the Warriors up to this point, but will now have to watch from the sidelines as he recovers.
The Warriors faithful will be hoping for a strong performance from the team as they take on the Eels, with their star players back in action and ready to make an impact on the field.
It's sure to be a match filled with twists and turns, as the Warriors look to make their mark on the competition.