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Wade McKinnon has been confirmed in the Warriors' starting line-up.
After injuring his knee pre-season, the star fullback has been named to play against the Broncos on Saturday night.
It has been a remarkable return to fitness for McKinnon, who initially was not expected to play at all this year.
McKinnon's return has prompted a major reshuffle in the Warriors backline.
Halfback Grant Rovelli has been dropped, with Michael Witt returning after a long absence to partner Nathan Fien in the halves.
Lance Hohaia, who has filled in admirably for McKinnon this season, shifts to the bench.
Sonny Fai has been dropped, making way for Jerome Ropati at centre while Malo Solomona replaces the injured Aidan Kirk on the wing.
Epalahame Lauaki, who has been playing reserve grade for a number of weeks, replaces Evarn Tuimavave on the interchange bench.
- NEWSTALK ZB
