LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
The NZ Warriors are preparing for a challenging round 10 match against the St George Illawarra Dragons, set for Saturday at 5:30 PM local time (7:30 PM NZT).
Head coach Andrew Webster has included seasoned wingers Dallin Watene-Zelezniak and Roger Tuivasa-Sheck in the selection mix.
Watene-Zelezniak, a 212-game veteran, is making his first NRL appearance this year after recovering from a wrist injury sustained in a Preseason Challenge match against Cronulla Sutherland over 12 weeks ago.
The 29-year-old is positioned on the right wing, with Taine Tuaupiki shifting to the left flank.
Tuivasa-Sheck, a 216-game campaigner, is also on the extended bench as he nears recovery from a hamstring injury that sidelined him during the third-round encounter with the Sydney Roosters on March 21.
Despite the potential return of Watene-Zelezniak and Tuivasa-Sheck, the Warriors face backline adjustments due to three outside backs being injured before and after last Saturday's thrilling 30-26 win over North Queensland during the Magic Round.
Additionally, hooker Sam Healey is named in the #14 jersey following his NRL debut against the Cowboys.
Second rower Jacob Laban returns to the interchange after previously standing down to follow concussion protocols.