LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
In a recent NSW Cup match, the NZ Warriors continued their impressive momentum with a 24-14 victory over the Roosters at Wentworth Park, marking their fifth consecutive win.
This success brings the Warriors' season record to an outstanding 9-1, earning them 20 points and establishing a three-point lead over rivals, the Dragons and the Eels.
Their impressive points tally stands at 345-184.
The Warriors made a minor alteration to their lineup, with Harry Durbin starting at prop in place of Tanner Stowers-Smith, who had made his NRL debut against the Dolphins.
In their previous encounter with the Roosters earlier in the season, the Warriors dominated, winning 46-12.
They kicked off the match with confidence, as Tanah Boyd set up second rower Tom Ale for the opening try just seven minutes in.
As the game progressed, the Warriors solidified their lead when standoff Luke Hanson executed a clever dummy to score, pushing the score to 24-10.
Overall, the Warriors showcased their dominance and maintained strong control throughout the match.