LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
The latest update from the folks at warriors.kiwi reveals that both the Warriors and the Knights are feeling the impact of injuries as they prepare to clash once again.
These two teams, who were finalists last year, are facing challenges with injuries and inconsistent performances in the early stages of the season.
In their latest showdown, Newcastle will be striving to secure back-to-back wins for the first time this year, following a morale-boosting victory over the Dolphins.
Despite missing key player Kalyn Ponga due to a three-month injury layoff, rookie fullback David Armstrong has stepped up for coach Adam O'Brien's squad, making a memorable debut and looking to continue his impressive performances against the Warriors.
Unfortunately for Newcastle, their recent victory has come at a cost, with Jacob Saifiti ruled out due to injury.
Despite concerns over the fitness of Jed Cartwright and Greg Marzhew, both players have been included in the squad as they gear up to face the Warriors.
The Warriors, on the other hand, encountered a setback in their Anzac Day clash, surrendering a 12-0 lead to the Titans and allowing their opponents to claim their first win of the season.
Despite their struggles, coach Andrew Webster remains optimistic, urging his team not to lose faith and to strive to recapture the form that saw them reach the preliminary finals last year, even as they have only recorded five wins in their first 10 matches of the season.