LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
The New Zealand Warriors were able to secure a thrilling victory over Penrith in the Harold Matthews Cup, with loose forward Ronan Byford scoring a last-minute try to seal the win.
Halfback Alapati Tusa Soagia's crucial conversion under pressure was the cherry on top, as the Warriors came from behind to claim their second consecutive triumph.
After a dominant performance in their first match against Manly Warrington, the Warriors found themselves trailing by four points against Penrith.
However, their never-say-die attitude and fighting spirit saw them snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.
The Warriors started the game on fire, scoring two quick tries within the first 10 minutes.
Standoff Tyson Hansen showcased his strength and skill to set up centre Calieb Fidow for the opening score.
Hooker Dreytin Marriott and front rower Lucian Mikaeke combined for the second try, with Tusa Soagia's conversion giving the Warriors a comfortable lead.
But it was Byford's individual brilliance that stole the show, as he bulldozed his way through the Penrith defense to level the scores at 20-20.
The team's resilience and determination to come out on top mirrored the grit and determination that is synonymous with Rugby League.
With this back-to-back victory, the New Zealand Warriors have set the tone for the rest of their campaign, sending a clear message to their competitors that they are a force to be reckoned with.
As they continue their journey in the Harold Matthews Cup, the Warriors will look to build on this momentum and strive for further success in true Aussie style.