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The Bulldogs defeated the severely injured Warriors 13–12 thanks to a brilliant field goal from Matt Burton, who will go down as one of the best players of the season.
The Warriors faced overwhelming odds without their captain, fullback, and both wingers, but they lived up to their name with a resilient performance.
Before the game even started, the visitors suffered a severe setback when captain Tohu Harris was ruled out due to a wrist injury.
Due to injuries, Marcello Montoya, Dallin Watene-Zelezniak, and Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad were all forced off the field, leaving the Warriors with a makeshift backline for the most of the second half.
After 80 minutes, the teams couldn’t be separated on the scoreboard, so they went to golden point and exchanged field goal attempts in a thrilling conclusion.
Burton produced the crucial play to overcome the tenacious Warriors just as the game appeared to be heading into a deadlock.
Harris Tavita attempted a cross-court pass to a leaping Dallin Watene-Zelezniak, but the winger mishandled it in midair, giving the Warriors an early lead.
Te Maire Martin danced through a large opening, but was called back for obstruction, so another opportunity went begging.
The Bulldogs were having trouble finishing their sets and making a lot of mistakes, but they were spared when Marcello Montoya was called for a no-arms hit and given a warning.