The Balmain Tigers will take on the Warriors at Leichhardt Oval this Sunday from midday in Round 6 of the UNE Harold Matthews Cup – kicking off a packed afternoon of rugby league.
Last weekend, the Tigers suffered a narrow late loss to the South Coast Illawarra Steelers and will be hoping to bounce back with a strong performance against the Warriors.
Head Coach, Andrew Kazzi will be hoping to see more James Kerr magic on the wing after he scored a double early in last weekend’s match.
Marcus Cesaro comes into the starting side at halfback, while Hamish Malone and Charbel Taouk are new additions to the bench.
The Tigers will be searching for their first win of the season this weekend after performing strongly in pataches throughout the campaign.
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Balmain Tigers Team List: Round 6 v New Zealand Warriors
1. Thomas Aroyan
2. Sione Maea
3. Zac Bechara
4. Maleko Mateni
5. James Kerr
6. Mateo Dunn-Reupena
7. Marcus Cesaro
8. Noah Vaotangi
9. Levi Ellis (c)
10. Sioeli Iongi
11. Apakuki Ma'afu
12. Hinodeshima Teaupa
13. Darby Fotheringham
Interchange:
14. Charlie Burey
15. Hamish Malone
16. Charbel Taouk
17. Sosaia Unga
Reserves:
18. Beau Rootsey
