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Warriors halfback Luke Metcalf's revealed he's been talking with Shaun Johnson about the extra spotlight which comes with wearing the number seven jersey

Warriors halfback Luke Metcalf's revealed he's been talking with Shaun Johnson about the extra spotlight which comes with wearing the number seven jersey

20 March 2025

The Australian silenced Las Vegas critics with an improved performance in the NRL win over Manly, and will steer the side again against the Roosters tomorrow night at Mt Smart.

Metcalf says he regularly communicates with Johnson, and got some advice following the round one loss.

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