The Dolphins have advanced to the NRL preliminary final after defeating the Warriors 26-16 at Go Media Stadium in Auckland.
The visitors trailed 12-8 at half-time before turning the contest with a stronger second half. Their field position improved as the game progressed, while disciplined defence limited the Warriors’ opportunities to regain control.
Halfback Isaiya Katoa’s long kicking game helped the Dolphins manage territory, and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow added a key try during the comeback.
The result ends the Warriors’ finals campaign and sends the Dolphins into the next stage of the premiership race. Their preliminary-final opponent and scheduling are subject to the official NRL finals draw.
Source: Official NRL match coverage.
Illustration disclosure: The featured image is an AI-generated editorial illustration using fictional players and uniforms. It is not a photograph from the match.
