At a glance
NRL, Warriors v Knights
Central Coast Stadium, Central Coast; 8pm tonight Grant Atkins
Roger Tuivasa-sheck (c), David Fusitu’a, Adam Pompey, Peta Hiku, Ken Maumalo, Kodi Nikorima, Chanel Harris-tavita; Addin FonuaBlake, Wayde Egan, Jamayne Taunoa-brown, Eliesa Katoa, Bayley Sironen, Tohu Harris. Interchange (from): Jazz Tevaga, Ben MurdochMasila, Leeson Ah Mau, Bunty Afoa, Marcelo Montoya, Sean O’sullivan, Tom Ale, Jack Murchie
Tex Hoy, Starford To’a, Enari Tuala, Bradman Best, Hymel Hunt, Kurt Mann, Mitchell Pearce; David Klemmer, Jayden Brailey (c), Daniel Saifiti, Tyson Frizell, Mitchell Barnett, Connor Watson. Interchange (from): Sauaso Sue, Jacob Saifiti, Josh King, Brodie James, Phoenix Crossland, Pasami Saulo, Dominic Young, Gehamat Shibasaki.
Hamilton, New Plymouth, Nelson and Dunedin could also host games, as the club looks to share the love.
‘‘That’s all broader discussions with broadcasters, the NRL draw and clashes with other events and
times of the year,’’ George said. ‘‘I’m collating all that information now.
‘‘At the end of the day, we’re doing what’s best for rugby league and also the people of New Zealand and that’s all that matters tome.
‘‘Well over 40 per cent of playing personnel in the NRL are of either Pacific Island or Kiwi heritage.
‘‘So we are a massive contributor to rugby league in general, not just the Warriors, and they’re crucial parts of the game that other clubs appreciate.’’
■ The Warriors have been given a huge boost for their match against the Newcastle Knights tomorrow with news that hooker Wayde Egan and second rower Bayley Sironen are cleared to play.
The duo were forced to leave the field in last weekend’s 19-6 win over the Titans with head knocks and then failed HIA tests. Egan and Sironen had to follow the NRL’S strict protocols to be available to play but assistant coach Craig Hodges said both players passed their final tests yesterday.
What: Where, when: Referee: Warriors:
Knights: