Luke Metcalf magic return inspires Warriors to victory over Panthers

Home / Sport / League / WarriorsUpdatedAlex PowellSports Journalist·NZ Herald·7 Aug, 2026 09:55 AM5 mins to read‌NZ Herald sports reporters Nathan Limm and Christopher Reive look at the sporting weekend ahead.AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.Warriors 28Panthers 12Welcome back, Luke Metcalf.

Having been forced to be patient in his wait for a first-grade return, the departing halfback more than took his chance in steering the Warriors to an emphatic victory over the Penrith Panthers – four time NRL premiers – at Go Media

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Luke Metcalf magic return inspires Warriors to victory over Panthers

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