Te Maire Martin was ruled out 24 hours before Friday's Auckland clash.
Home / Sport / League / WarriorsRNZ6 Aug, 2026 10:06 AM2 mins to readSport Headlines | Thursday, August 6, 2026.AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.By Grant Chapman of RNZWarriors v Panthers8pm Friday, 7 AugustDeparting NZ Warriors half Luke Metcalf has been recalled to the starting line-up for their crucial NRL home clash with Penrith Panthers on Friday.
Incumbent halfback Te Maire Martin, who left last week’s win against
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NRL: NZ Warriors v Penrith Panthers
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