Warriors player ratings: Which player stood up in absence of Metcalf?

PremiumOpinionOpinion byBen FrancisJournalist·NZ Herald·16 Aug, 2026 01:01 AM4 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.‌Ben Francis rates the New Zealand Warriors’ performance in their 40-6 win over the Broncos in Brisbane.1. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad - 7

Was sent to the sin-bin for a hip-drop tackle on Reece Walsh that will likely see him spend some time on the sidelines. Once back on the field,