LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
In a poignant moment that had rugby league fans around the world reaching for the tissues, Kiwi legend Shaun Johnson announced his retirement at the close of 2024.
The announcement marked the end of a glorious era that had lasted over a decade, leaving a gaping hole in the hearts of fans and in the lineup of the New Zealand Warriors.
As the dust settled and reality sunk in, panic set in for the Warriors.
Who would step up to fill the void left by the departure of the seasoned halfback? Enter Tanah Boyd, the Warriors' latest recruit for the 2025 season.
The former Gold Coast Titans player made the bold decision to head across the Tasman Sea in search of glory and the chance to slip into the coveted number seven jersey left vacant by Johnson.
Boyd, once hailed as the future star halfback for the Titans, found himself facing a similar fate to other talented halves at the club, like Toby Sexton, whose dreams were extinguished before they could truly ignite.
But Boyd is determined to carve out his own path and make a name for himself in the fierce world of rugby league, aiming to follow in the footsteps of the greats who have graced the game before him.