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The New Zealand Warriors are leaning into their underdogs status for tonight's NRL playoff against the Penrith Panthers at Mount Smart

The New Zealand Warriors are leaning into their underdogs status for tonight's NRL playoff against the Penrith Panthers at Mount Smart

13 September 2025 - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

It'll be hooker Wayde Egan's 150th NRL game, against the Premiers four years running - and the club he debuted for.

Coach Andrew Webster concedes they're probably not the favourites, but that's not a bad thing.

Kickoff's at five past six.

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