LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
The NSW Cup Panthers faced a challenging match against the Warriors, ultimately losing 32-12 at Go Media Stadium in Auckland.
Missing key players due to State of Origin, the Panthers showcased a courageous effort, but struggled to keep pace with the top-tier Warriors, who secured their 10th consecutive NSW Cup victory.
The Warriors began strong, with Edward Kosi scoring two early tries to establish a 10-0 lead.
Despite the early pressure, the Panthers fought back and managed to limit further damage to just two first-half tries.
In the 33rd minute, Panthers captain Luke Sommerton made a significant impact by scoring a try against the odds, bringing the score to 10-6 by halftime.
The second half opened explosively for the Warriors, as they quickly extended their lead to 22-6 with tries from Geronimo Doyle and Caelys-Paul Putoko.
The Panthers displayed resilience throughout the match, yet they couldn't overcome the Warriors' dominance.