Jersey Flegg Highlights: Big comeback victory
The Jersey Flegg Cup saw another thrilling comeback victory by the One New Zealand Warriors, who managed to defeat the high-flying Roosters 20-16 in a dramatic 13th-round clash held in Sydney. This victory follows a similar comeback win against Melbourne in the previous round, where the Warriors recovered from a significant halftime deficit to secure a 28-24 victory.
In their latest game against the Roosters, the Warriors started strong with early tries by Alvin Chong Nee and Rodney Tuipulotu Vea, establishing a 12-0 lead within the first 16 minutes. However, the Roosters fought back in the second half, scoring four consecutive unconverted tries to take a 16-12 lead with just nine minutes left on the clock.
The Warriors showcased their resilience and determination once again, with a crucial try by Raphael Sio and a successful conversion by Maui Winitana-Patelesio reclaiming the lead at 18-16. Fullback then sealed the victory with a penalty goal in the final moments, culminating in a 20-16 win for the Warriors【7†source】.
In their previous game against the Melbourne Storm, the Warriors mounted an incredible comeback from a 6-20 halftime deficit. They scored 22 unanswered points in just 18 minutes to take the lead, ultimately holding on for a 28-24 win despite being down a player due to a sin bin incident【8†source】.
These consecutive victories highlight the Warriors’ fighting spirit and ability to perform under pressure, moving them up to 11th place on the ladder. They continue their campaign with a match against the Silvertails in Fiji next weekend.
