Here is the up-to-date look at the highly anticipated Round 17 blockbuster clash as the New Zealand Warriors head to Brisbane to face the red-hot Dolphins.
📅 Match Schedule & Details
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Matchup: Dolphins vs. New Zealand Warriors (Round 17)
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Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
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Kick-off Time: 3:00 PM AEST (Local Venue Time) / 5:00 PM NZST
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Venue: Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane
🏥 Casualty Ward & Team News
Both heavyweights are navigating key roster shifts heading into this critical top-four encounter.
New Zealand Warriors
Andrew Webster’s squad continues to showcase its signature resilience despite missing massive firepower in the engine room.
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James Fisher-Harris: Out (Unavailable)
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Jackson Ford: Out (Pectoral injury)
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Major Ins: The forward pack gets a significant boost with the return of veteran Kurt Capewell, while Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad remains highly lethal out on the wing following his recent 4-try masterclass down south.
Dolphins
Kristian Woolf’s high-flying side enters on an incredible 7-game winning streak and gets a massive playmaker boost.
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Isaiya Katoa: IN. The star young halfback officially returns from a minor knee complaint to resume his potent combination alongside Kodi Nikorima.
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Strike Power: Expect heavy traffic out wide with the dangerous backline of Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Herbie Farnworth, and Selwyn Cobbo intact.
🏉 Where to Watch: Catch the action live on Fox League/Kayo (Australia) and Sky Sport (New Zealand) as ‘The Wahs’ look to defy their underdog status ($2.90) against a red-hot Dolphins outfit ($1.42). Let’s gear up for a physical, deeply meaningful battle!
