Michael Burgess
Sports Writer at Freelance
Sports writer. New Zealand Herald. 6 x NZ Football writer of the year. Also cover Rugby League, Tennis & Olympic Sports. Contact: [email protected]
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nzherald.co.nz | Michael Burgess
Home / Sport / League / WarriorsNRL return for Joseph Manu unlikelyJoseph Manu won’t be coming to the Warriors - and the chances of an NRL return also seem unlikely. The former Roosters star is currently playing rugby in Japan with Toyota Verblitz, before joining French club Racing 92 on a one year deal in June.
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nzherald.co.nz | Michael Burgess
Lulu Sun celebrates after defeating Thailand’s Mananchaya Sawangkaew to seal New Zealand's qualification for the play-off round of the Billie Jean King Cup. Photo: Maharashtra State Tennis AssociationLulu Sun believes her experience at the Billie Jean King Cup over the past week will be a timely boost, as she heads back to the week-to-week challenge of the WTA tour.
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nzherald.co.nz | Michael Burgess
Sydney FC's Joseph Lolley and Francis De Vries of Auckland FC compete for possession. Photo / AAPAuckland FC remain on track for A-League glory, even if the last six weeks have been a challenging period. That’s the view of Auckland defender Francis de Vries in the wake of Saturday’s 2-2 draw with Sydney FC. The result, achieved with a stirring fightback from 2-0 down after 32 minutes, extended their unbeaten run to 12 games, dating back to mid-January.
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nzherald.co.nz | Michael Burgess
Storm 42Warriors 14Forget all the talk about the long losing streak, which now extends to 17 games dating back to 2015. This feels like a curse. That’s the only way to explain another first-half NRL meltdown for the Warriors against the Melbourne Storm on Sunday afternoon, where just about everything that could go wrong did. AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME. AdvertisementAdvertise with NZME.
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nzherald.co.nz | Michael Burgess
Eliesa Katoa has been impressive since joining the Melbourne Storm from the NZ Warriors. Photo / Photosport Ask the Melbourne Storm about Eliesa Katoa, and the answer will haunt Warriors fans. The Auckland club often get criticised for missing out on local talent, or failing to see potential where others might.
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On the path to greatness, there are always a few stumbles.... A few thoughts on @fc_auckland 's recent run. https://t.co/mTpulJeiY2 @NZ_Football @nzheraldsport
Update. @NZWarriors still hopeful Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad will remain at club beyond 2025. Can reveal club have tabled 2 year deal. Offers from Super League clubs all 3 years +, with options. Big decision for Charnze. https://t.co/mFbtlwMRQ9 @nzheraldsport
Incredibly sad about John Mayhew. One of the most professional, astute & accomplished people I've ever met in sport but also just a lovely guy who seemed to care so much for his players. And amazing to have made such an impression on both the All Blacks & Warriors. RIP.