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Super Saturday continues when the Wests Tigers travel to Mount Smart Stadium to face the New Zealand Warriors. Join The Roar for what should be a great clash from 5:15pm (AEST).
The New Zealand Warriors made the tough trip to AAMI Park in Melbourne last week and came up short.
The Warriors currently sit 11th on the ladder, with two wins and three losses, and desperately need a win against the Tigers to re–ignite their season and get some momentum back after a couple of losses in a row.
The Wests Tigers meanwhile are doing a fraction better than the Warriors, with three wins and two losses to be sixth on the ladder.
The Tigers will have confidence by the way in which they pulled the win out of the fire against the Eels last weekend, led by the experience of Pat Richards.
The key issue facing the Warriors is consistency. Last week against the Storm their defence was like a leaking ship and their attacking plays looked like an under 10s side. However, this was interspersed with moments of brilliance.
If the Warriors, and Shaun Johnson, can become consistent they could seriously dominate.
Another issue is the injury of England-bound star Sam Tomkins, whom they have missed terribly at fullback.
The Tigers have some of the most exciting creative players in the game in James Tedesco, Luke Brooks and Mitchell Moses. They will aim get the ball to the experienced Pat Richards and solid Kevin Naiqama as often as possible.
Prediction
On home soil the Warriors should be too strong for the Tigers, who will no doubt put up a very strong fight, making this a must-watch game.
Warriors by 8.
Join us for live coverage from 5:15pm (AEST) and be sure to leave your comments as the game progresses.