LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
The buzz around the New Zealand Warriors headquarters is all about the return of the dynamic outside back, Sio Kali, as he gears up to make his comeback in the Jersey Flegg Cup match against the Parramatta Eels at Lidcombe Oval this Saturday.
Kali, who just celebrated his 19th birthday in May, is set to light up the field at fullback after a stint on the sidelines due to injury.
A rising star from the Point Chevalier Pirates and an alumni of St Paul's College, Kali has shown promise in both rugby league and rugby union at the schoolboy level.
Having made an impact last season with the SG Ball Cup side, scoring four tries as a fearless 17-year-old, Kali kicked off this year with the under-19 team, showcasing his skill with two tries in three games.
His standout performance in his Jersey Flegg debut against the Knights, where he scored both of the team's tries, proved that he's a force to be reckoned with on the field.
With a rollercoaster season that saw him make a memorable try-scoring debut in the New South Wales Cup against the Rabbitohs, followed by a return to Flegg to demonstrate his prowess with another try against Manly, Kali has been on a whirlwind journey in his rugby league career.
His knack for making clutch plays was evident when he delivered a last-second match-winning try for his teammate against the Dragons, solidifying his status as a rising star to watch.
As Kali takes to the field once again, the Warriors are counting on his speed, agility, and determination to drive the team to victory against the Eels.
With his comeback on the horizon, the excitement among fans is palpable as they eagerly anticipate witnessing Kali's triumphant return to the game.