The New Zealand Warriors are a professional rugby league team based in Auckland, New Zealand. They were established in 1995 and became the first team from outside of Australia to join the National Rugby League (NRL). The Warriors have had a strong presence in the NRL, consistently showcasing their skills and talent on the field. They have reached the finals multiple times and have produced some of the game's top players. The team has a dedicated and passionate fan base, both in New Zealand and Australia, who support them through thick and thin. The Warriors continue to be a prominent force in the NRL, representing New Zealand with pride and determination.

27/03/1995

Establishment of the New Zealand Warriors

The New Zealand Warriors were established as the first professional rugby league team from New Zealand to compete in the Australian National Rugby League (NRL).

10/03/1995

Inaugural season

The New Zealand Warriors played their first NRL match, defeating the Brisbane Broncos 25-22 at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland. The New Zealand Warriors played their first NRL match, defeating the Brisbane Broncos 25-22 at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland.

2002

Grand Final appearance

The Warriors made their first and only Grand Final appearance in 2002, but were defeated by the Sydney Roosters.The Warriors made their first and only Grand Final appearance in 2002, but were defeated by the Sydney Roosters.

2011

Ownership change

Eric Watson sold his majority stake in the club to Owen Glenn, marking a change in ownership for the New Zealand Warriors.Eric Watson sold his majority stake in the club to Owen Glenn, marking a change in ownership for the New Zealand Warriors.

2020

Return to New Zealand

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the New Zealand Warriors were temporarily based in Australia for the 2020 NRL season.Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the New Zealand Warriors were temporarily based in Australia for the 2020 NRL season.

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