New Zealand

Warriors take first win of the NRL rugby league season

18:01 pm on 3 April 2011

The New Zealand Warriors have recorded their first win of the NRL rugby league season holding off the Cronulla Sharks 26-18 in their round four clash in Taupo.

Recalled fullback Glen Fisiaahi scored two blistering tries, while standoff Feleti Mateo played a crucial role with some telling breaks and several offloads which led to tries.

The Warriors are still at the foot of the NRL table along with the Titans, Raiders, Panthers and Roosters.