The New Zealand Warriors produced a commanding performance to defeat the Newcastle Knights 12-38, dominating the middle of the field and extending their unbeaten start to the 2026 season to three straight wins.
Despite an early Knights try, the Warriors took control through strong forward play and sharp link-ups, with Tanah Boyd central to the attack, setting up tries, breaking the line, and scoring himself.
Key contributions from players like Wayde Egan and Taine Tuaupiki helped dismantle Newcastle’s defence, while the Knights struggled without key playmakers and were hampered by errors and ill-discipline, including sin-binnings.
The win marks the Warriors’ best start to a season since 2010, while Newcastle slump to their first loss of the campaign and continue a poor run at home.
