The Dolphins overcome the New Zealand Warriors in NRL finals qualifying match

The Dolphins secured a victory over the New Zealand Warriors in a qualifying final held in Auckland. After facing a slow start, the Dolphins utilized a strong second-half performance to overcome the deficit and earn a week off in the NRL finals. The contest included several sin bins and notable individual efforts, led by Herbie Farnworth who recorded two try assists and a try. James Fisher-Harris was identified as the standout player for the New Zealand Warriors, while Taine Tuaupiki and Isaiya Katoa also earned high rankings for their play during the match. Following the result, the New Zealand Warriors are set to face the Knights in their next finals fixture. The Dolphins remain in the competition with a scheduled break before their next appearance.

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