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Warriors chief executive Cam George has explained why the NRL wouldn't budge over a scheduling clash with the All Blacks on Saturday night

Warriors chief executive Cam George has explained why the NRL wouldn't budge over a scheduling clash with the All Blacks on Saturday night

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

The Warriors' week one finals game against the Panthers at Mt Smart kicks off at 6:05pm - one hour before the All Blacks host the Springboks in Wellington.

George - who'd requested an earlier Saturday afternoon slot - says there wasn't much room for the NRL to manoeuvre in their schedule.

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