3. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck – 7
Another strong showing in the centres, particularly with ball in hand where he was again one of the Warriors’ most threatening. Was caught jamming in defensively on a couple of occasions, which opened the door for Dolphins tries, but continues to prove a genuine centre option moving forward.
4. Ali Leiataua – 4
A quiet night on the field which was unfortunately cut short after being on the receiving end of a late cheap shot by Tom Flegler. Won’t feature next week against the Eels as a result, which is a real shame considering his form in 2026.
5. Alofiana Khan-Pereira – 6
Another strong night on the wing, crossing for his second double in three matches and continuing his remarkable strike rate with 57 tries in 57 NRL appearances. Was exposed defensively a couple of times but overall has held up better in that area than many expected.
6. Chanel Harris-Tavita – 5
A milestone night as he became the 32nd Warrior to reach 100 NRL appearances, though it wasn’t his sharpest outing of the season. Still contributed with a try assist and worked hard defensively, finishing as the leading tackler among the backline with 23.
7. Tanah Boyd – 7
Another composed display in steering the team around the park, taking on the bulk of the kicking duties and consistently finding opportunities to run the ball.
8. James Fisher-Harris – 7
The captain continues to lead by example in 2026, shouldering big minutes when required and getting through a heavy workload. Finished with 164m from 20 carries and added 30 tackles in a typically industrious performance.
9. Wayde Egan – 5
Started strongly with some sharp early runs and created opportunities for his teammates, finishing with two line-break assists. Beyond that, it was a relatively quiet night for the veteran hooker.
10. Jackson Ford – 8
Another impressive performance that will only strengthen his claims for New South Wales State of Origin selection. Played the full 80 minutes once again, finishing with 206m and a game-high 57 tackles. While his output was outstanding, there were a few errors that crept in, including conceding two set restarts, and a touch of white-line fever late in the first half when his eagerness to score may have cost the side a couple of attacking opportunities.
11. Leka Halasima – 3
One of his more disappointing outings in a Warriors jersey since breaking onto the scene, though he should take lessons from the experience. Struggled to have a real influence on the game, with his night disrupted by three errors and three penalties. One error proved costly when the Warriors were denied a try after he failed to bring down a bomb, while another attacking play was pulled back for obstruction. He was also placed on report for a shoulder charge. Defensively, he made 33 tackles but missed seven.
12. Kurt Capewell – 6
A real workhorse effort, getting through plenty of defensive work with 33 tackles while also making 82m from nine carries.
13. Erin Clark – 8
One of his most destructive performances in a Warriors jersey and among the best on the field. Despite playing just 48 minutes, he still managed 178m from 12 carries, along with two line breaks and nine tackle busts.
Interchange:
14. Sam Healey – 5
Came on for the final 15 minutes to help close out the game but had limited opportunity to trouble a tiring Dolphins defence with ball in hand.
15. Mitch Barnett – 7
Produced a busy 23-minute stint before his night was cut short by a friendly-fire head knock. Still managed 116 metres from 14 carries and added 11 tackles in an otherwise solid contribution. He also won’t travel to Sydney to face the Eels next weekend, with his frustrating run of injuries continuing.
16. Demitric Vaimauga – 5
Continues to thrive in his impact role off the bench, again providing energy and punch through the middle. Will be disappointed with a couple of errors, but it was another generally impressive contribution.
17. Jacob Laban – 4
Had limited opportunities to make an impact with the ball, but still worked hard defensively, completing 13 tackles in his 20 minutes on the field.
Ben Francis is an Auckland-based reporter for the New Zealand Herald who covers breaking sports news.
