The Canterbury Bulldogs have been in superb form over the past fortnight and they will fancy their chances of defeating a New Zealand Warriors side coming off a very poor performance against Cronulla. Join us for live scores and commentary from 2:00pm AEST.
Back to back victories over Melbourne and Sydney have Canterbury full of confidence at the moment.
The Bulldogs have managed to out-muscle two premiership contenders over the past fortnight and are starting to play with the form that saw them make the 2012 grand final.
The Warriors, on the other hand, once again prove a pain to read. After notching back-to-back victories over the Cowboys and Tigers, New Zealand failed to show up against the Sharks last week en route to another poor defeat – one that cost coach Matthew Elliott his job.
The Warriors have to start from square one as they attempt to regather winning momentum that has yet again been lost.
Getting back into the winner’s circle will prove very difficult for the Warriors today. The Bulldogs are playing tough footy at the moment and could easily run away with this contest if the Warriors fail to show up with proper intensity.
The key match-up tonight will undoubtedly be in the halves, where Shaun Johnson faces the in-form Josh Reynolds.
Reynolds has been in superb touch of late and has produced some vital plays in both defence and attack to steer the Bulldogs home in recent weeks.
Against the Roosters, Reynolds produced a try-saving tackle on Daniel Tupou in the second half before calmly slotting home a field goal that proved decisive.
Johnson remains an enigma. On his day, he ranks as one of the most talented halves in the NRL but his inconsistency will forever place him beneath the very best halves in rugby league.
With Reynolds leading the ship superbly, the Bulldogs possess the form and attitude to once again outmuscle the Warriors in New Zealand.
Bulldogs by 10.
Renegade
Guest
WTF lol... Just call it how I see it mate. Looks like most people agree.... But hey I'll keep in mind that Xnowmann doesn't think it was.... Nah just joking, couldn't care less what you think mate.
Xnowmann
Guest
Oh blow it out your rear end Renegade, you see these penalies a million times a game and you single this one out and call it a dive. Geez, you are always the most unbarable to read.
Alan
Roar Guru
Hurrell made a big break down the sideline but the Bulldogs held on and secured possession and once again score a great win under pressure! Bulldogs too tough and too clinical when it counts. Hodkinson superb with his kicking game today. Bulldogs pack once again very strong. Warriors tried hard and had their chances to seal the deal but once again fall short. Bulldogs a real force this season. Thanks for your company today and join us next time on The Roar Warriors 20 Bulldogs 21
Digby
Roar Guru
Well done Bulldogs. Warriors absolutely blew that, some absolutely shocking last tackle options. Cracked under pressure again. Still, a damn sight better than last week!!!
Alan
Roar Guru
FULLTIME Warriors 20 Bulldogs 21
John
Guest
Stupid warriors players blow it AGAIN!!! Well done bulldogs.
Alan
Roar Guru
79' - Bulldogs once again with a tough performance away from home. Hodkinson with a kick and its knocked down. Offside here and the Warriors get the penalty! Huge call! Warriors 20 Bulldogs 21
Joseph Midgley
Roar Rookie
As of 2014 20m restarts have a zero tackle to discourage tactical kicks to stall for time.
Alan
Roar Guru
Vatuvei comes up with the short kickoff here but a knock on is ruled!!!! He did get a touch on the footy! Good call. Bulldogs ahead! Warriors 20 Bulldogs 21
Alan
Roar Guru
FIELD GOAL BULLDOGS - Bulldogs over the halfway. They are in position. Klemmer with a strong charge. Hodkinson with a clutch kick!!!!! Warriors 20 Bulldogs 21
Digby
Roar Guru
Nicely taken from the Bulldogs.
Vivalasvegan
Guest
Another game ruined, decided by disgraceful decision...? The game is going to hell...
John
Guest
Uh oh warriors tanking bad...
Alan
Roar Guru
78' - Over 22,000 in today. Good crowd considering how badly the Warriors played last week. Mannering with a good run. Leulaui with a shocking attempt at field goal! Warriors 20 Bulldogs 20
Dane
Guest
That's my name buddy! haha
Digby
Roar Guru
Another poor option from Thomas!!! FFS!
Alan
Roar Guru
Hodkinson doesn't miss does he? 77' - I fancy the Bulldogs now. Great finish coming up. Golden point perhaps? Poor error from Perrett! Warriors on the attack! Warriors 20 Bulldogs 20
Digby
Roar Guru
Great opportunity now Warriors! Come on and get it done!
Renegade
Guest
Great dive by Reynolds! 10 out of 10 for that one...
Alan
Roar Guru
PENALTY SUCCESSFUL Warriors 20 Bulldogs 20