LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
The Warriors website is buzzing with excitement after a thrilling All Stars match that saw the Māori team secure a hard-fought victory over the Indigenous All Stars.
Māori captain Dane Gagai's heroics, including a crucial try-saving tackle in the dying moments of the game, sealed the win for his team.
In a display of determination and skill, Gagai, who has proudly represented both Māori and Indigenous teams in the past, delivered on his promise to his mother Tania by ensuring a triumphant victory for the Māori side.
The crowd at CommBank Stadium were treated to a showcase of rugby league at its finest, with all points scored in the second half and a nail-biting finish that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Māori winger Will Warbrick also shone in the closing minutes of the match, showcasing his defensive prowess with a crucial trysaving tackle to deny the Indigenous All Stars a late scoring opportunity.
The intensity of the game, combined with the historic significance of the All Stars clash, made for a memorable night of rugby league action.
With Gagai's decisive play and Warbrick's defensive heroics, the Warriors stars truly shone in their brave victory, leaving fans and pundits alike in awe of their performance on the field.
As the dust settles on this thrilling match, one thing is clear - the Māori team's triumph will be remembered as a standout moment in rugby league history.