After a starring performance in the win over the Panthers, halfback Luke Metcalf has been retained his place in the Warriors starting lineup to face the Broncos in Brisbane on Sautrday night.

Playmaker Chanel Harris-Tavita and middle forward Demitric Vaimauga return from injury while captain James Fisher-Harris is also in contention for the NZ Warriors Round 23 clash against the Bulldogs in Sydney on Saturday

The NZ Warriors unfathomably escape Newcastle with two points after a stunning finish.

Rookie forward Demitric Vaimauga locked in with the NZ Warriors until the end of 2028 NRL season.