LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
In a shock move that has sent ripples through the rugby league community, the Warriors have made a bold decision to omit their star halfback Shaun Johnson from the lineup for their upcoming clash against the Dolphins at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane.
The 33-year-old legend, who recently announced his retirement at the end of the season after a stellar 14-year career in the NRL, has been sidelined with a troublesome quadricep injury suffered during the team's defeat to Parramatta last week.
Although Johnson will be sorely missed in the upcoming battle, the team is confident he will be back in action for their showdown with the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles in Sydney next Friday night.
In his absence, the dynamic Te Maire Martin has been brought in to take charge of the halfback duties, ready to lead the team to victory.
Joining Johnson on the sidelines are second rower Leka Halasima and centre Moala Graham-Taufa, making way for rookie sensation Demitric Sifakula to make his mark on the field.
Sifakula, who has been on the road to recovery from ACL surgery, is set to add some much-needed firepower to the team as they look to dominate the competition.
With tensions running high and the stakes higher than ever, the Warriors are gearing up for a fierce battle on the field, determined to show the world what they're made of.
As the countdown to kickoff begins, fans can't help but eagerly anticipate the thrilling showdown that awaits them.