A packed house is in prospect for the One New Zealand Warriors when they face Wests Tigers in Sunday's Preseason Challenge clash at Apollo Projects Stadium in Christchurch (4.00pm kick-off).
Tickets are still available through Ticketek but fans will have to move quickly if they want to be part of the action.
The match is the first of two the One New Zealand Warriors will play at the venue this season, the second being their round three NRL encounter with Canberra on Friday, March 22.
“Fans from Christchurch, the surrounding area in Canterbury and beyond have been jumping on board in big numbers for our visit as we kick off the club’s 30th season in existence,” said One New Zealand Warriors CEO Cameron George.
For those who haven’t bought tickets already we suggest you move quickly to avoid being disappointed for what’s set to be a sellout
Cameron George One New Zealand Warriors CEO
“It’s fantastic seeing so much support for the One New Zealand Warriors wherever we go.
"We’re all so excited to be visiting the South Island for the first of two games we’re playing there this year."
As well as the trial against the Wests Tigers there are two other matches on programme, the first an under-15 fixture kicking off at 1.30pm.
It's a Sky Sport Future Warriors invitational fixture serving as an opportunity to promote players of the future.
Sky Sport Future Warriors pathways and development coach Tony Iro said the sides represent an amalgamation of players from the Warriors' Christchurch academy and selected juniors from across the South Island. Players have been selected based on their performances during 2023 and by recommendations from respected judges.
"We are running the match with the support of the South Island Scorpions," said Iro.
"It is an opportunity for the South island's best juniors to experience a match at Apollo Projects Stadium and to play against their peers in the South Island.
"The teams have had only two training sessions to prepare but have trained well and are looking forward to the match."
At 2.35pm, there'll be a match between two team from Physical Disabilities Rugby League New Zealand.
The One New Zealand Warriors' playing squad arrives in Christchurch late tomorrow afternoon (Friday) ahead of an open field session at Apollo Projects Stadium on Saturday (10.00am).
Gates will open at 9.30am for fans to watch ahead of a signing session to follow.
- Tickets are available through Ticketek for each of the One New Zealand Warriors' matches in Christchurch this season. There’s a $50 Christchurch Membership which secures a seat at each game as well as providing a $50 credit to spend on exclusive One New Zealand Warriors membership merchandise.
