PremiumAnalysisUpdatedAnalysis byBen FrancisJournalist·NZ Herald·29 Jun, 2026 12:00 AM9 mins to readBen Francis is an Auckland-based live news sport journalist for the New Zealand Herald. Ben has worked across various sports media roles across digital, radio and print since 2016.Sam Healey looks dejected after the Warriors' defeat to the Dolphins. Photo / PhotosportBen Francis looks at the five big takeaways from the New Zealand Warriors’ two-point defeat to the Redcliffe Dolphins in Brisbane.Warriors denied by NRL’s hottest teamDolphins unbeaten in eight, last defeat was to the Warriors
When Sam Healey crossed in the 74th minute with a brilliant solo try,
