Warriors beat Broncos but lose Metcalf to hamstring injury
The Warriors defeated Brisbane in round 24 but suffered another halfback injury setback with Luke Metcalf limping off the field.
The Warriors dominated the Broncos at Suncorp Stadium in round 24, securing an emphatic victory. However, the win was overshadowed by a hamstring injury to halfback Luke Metcalf, marking the third halfback injury to affect the club in two years. The team now faces uncertainty about who will fill the playmaking role as they approach the NRL finals.
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Warriors looking to beat Broncos in Brisbane for second time this season
Follow live coverage as the Warriors face the Broncos in round 24 of the NRL season at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane.
NZ Herald
Warriors v Broncos live updates: NRL round 24 clash from Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium
All the action from the round 24 clash from Suncorp Stadium.
Stuff
Warriors player ratings: Tell us how they performed against the Broncos
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Stuff
Warriors dominate Broncos but suffer yet another halfback blow in Brisbane
Follow live coverage as the Warriors face the Broncos in round 24 of the NRL season at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane.
NZ Herald
Warriors v Broncos result: Emphatic victory over Brisbane overshadowed by Luke Metcalf injury
For the third time in two years, a Warriors halfback limped off Suncorp Stadium.
1News
Metcalf, Walsh injured as Warriors thrash Broncos
The third-placed Warriors drew level on competition points with Penrith in second place, but are now poised to lose another playmaker on the run to the NRL finals.
NZ Herald
Warriors v Broncos player ratings: Which player stood up after Luke Metcalf’s hamstring injury?
OPINION: Rating the performances of the Warriors against the Broncos in Brisbane.
Newstalk ZB
NRL: Former Warriors half Motu Tony backs Luke Hanson and Chanel Harris-Tavita to replace Luke Metcalf for Rabbitohs game – The Big League Podcast
Former New Zealand Warriors and Kiwis playmaker Motu Tony is backing 22-year-old Luke Hanson to join Chanel Harris-Tavita in the halves following Luke Metcalf’s injury.
NZ Herald
NRL: Former Warriors half Motu Tony backs Luke Hanson and Chanel Harris-Tavita to replace Luke Metcalf for Rabbitohs game – The Big League Podcast
Motu Tony told The Big League Podcast the Warriors have a window to win the NRL.
Newstalk ZB
Monday 17 August 2026: Former Kiwis captain Richie Barnett gives his thoughts on how the Warriors should navigate their injury crisis
On Sports Fix with Jason Pine for 17th August 2026 – while it was another win for the Warriors over the weekend, the team certainly haven't come out of it unscathed. Halfback Luke Metcalf limped off the field and with…
Newstalk ZB
Jason Pine: Sportstalk host on who could potentially replace Luke Metcalf following hamstring injury
Former Warriors five-eighth Motu Tony expects reserve grader Luke Hanson to fill the gap in the halves caused by the hamstring injury to Luke Metcalf.
Stuff
Left, right or out? The case for Jett Cleary to replace Luke Metcalf
Luke Hanson is built for an injury crisis like this, but there’s one side detail that could make an NRL debut for Jett Cleary the right choice.
Stuff
Warriors coach makes his call on who replaces Luke Metcalf
It’s a familiar name in the Warriors’ No.7 jersey for this week, but a hamstring strain will not end Luke Metcalf’s season.