Live: Warriors star named on bench for first time since release request

live NRL live: Warriors vs Cowboys, Storm vs Raiders, Roosters vs Sharks Luke Metcalf is named on the bench for the Warriors' clash with the Cowboys for potentially his first game since early April, after which he requested a release from the club. Later, the Storm face the Raiders before Blayke Brailey returns in the Sharks' showdown with the Roosters. Follow all the action in our live blog below, check out all the stats in the full ScoreCentre, and tune in to our live radio coverage. Submit a comment or question Live updates New: Filters Choose what information you see below by using filters Key Event Sun 21 Jun 2026 at 1:53pm LATE MAIL: Metcalf named for Warriors Warriors half Luke Metcalf has been named in jersey number 20 for the first time since requesting and receiving a release from the side to join the Dragons next season. Metcalf, who led the Dally M count when he went down with a knee injury last season, meaning he missed the start of the year, during which Tanah Boyd started brilliantly. Metcalf was basically stuck behind the in-form halves pairing of Boy and Chanel Harris-Tavita, and decided he didn't want to be, so he requested a release in early May. Shortly after he announced he was heading to the Dragons in 2027, Boyd tore his ACL, driving home just how premature Metcalf's request really was. And today he is named on the extended bench for just the second time since round five, potentially in line for his first minutes since April 5. Key Event Sun 21 Jun 2026 at 1:48pm Welcome to Sunday arvo footy Hello and welcome to ABC Sport's live blog coverage of today's NRL action. First up we've got the Warriors up against the Cowboys, followed by the Storm taking on the Raiders, and it all wraps up with Sharks-Roosters. We'll be with you for every moment, so please stick with us. [Image text:] 31 NE GWM one.nz C