Don't bank on Warriors stars Luke Metcalf and Mitch Barnett being ready for their March 6 NRL opener against the Roosters
Don't bank on Warriors stars Luke Metcalf and Mitch Barnett being ready for their March 6 NRL opener against the Roosters
27 January 2026
They're both returning from long term knee injuries.
Coach Andrew Webster says that while they're training again, Barnett should return between round 1 and 4, while Metcalfe will be back round 7 to 10.
Rocco Berry's off season shoulder surgery wasn't successful so he's going back under the knife and won't be ready to start the season.
NPC COVERAGE WITH NZ SAFETY BLACKWOODS. TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS
© 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity