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Sam Hewat

@samhewat

Rugby League Commentator & Producer on @SportNationNZ

 Auckland, New Zealand
Joined January 2012
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Big thanks to @samhewat for asking the right questions and leading me to this
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A lot of people seem to think the North wins this. Interesting parallel to State of Origin where often NSW has the better team on paper... but I wonder if the Auckland v the Rest mentality might just do a little extra for the South side...
Sam Hewat (@samhewat) profile pictureSam Hewat@samhewatMay 25
Presenting the Starting 13s for the (hypothetical) Kiwi State of O! The Battle of the Land, City v Country... North (Auckland/Northland) vs South (Anywhere else) Who wins it? P.s. expecting Joey Manu to make a shock return to league as well.
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Presenting the Starting 13s for the (hypothetical) Kiwi State of O! The Battle of the Land, City v Country... North (Auckland/Northland) vs South (Anywhere else) Who wins it? P.s. expecting Joey Manu to make a shock return to league as well.
Image from Sam Hewat (@samhewat)
Image from Sam Hewat (@samhewat)
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Massive wraps needs to be given to RTS and AKP. We often talk about edges needing time to gel and build a combination. That's the first time those two have ever played together, and it was solid as a rock. Seriously impressive
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I said to Aysh when I walked into the studio tonight "this kind of feels like Warriors v Penrith Magic Round in 2024". The Warriors were given absolutely no hope of winning tonight. They delivered in a MASSIVE way. Incredible win. Momentum back.
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METCALF IS BACK! Starting at 6 this Friday night with Boyd at 7. Charnze back in at fullback.
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Leader of the Dally Ms Commander of the Warriors pack Warden of Mt Smart First of his name... Jackson Ford joining Running it Straight tonight from 6pm on @SportNationNZ
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Must say after the first two rounds that was a mighty defensive effort from the Broncs.
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Reflecting on the Warriors win last night and I think the most remarkable aspect wasn't just the 40 points, but the fact they lost Capewell in the pre-game and CHT 10 mins in. Not many teams would deal with that in such a way that still allows them to score 40.
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I don't care what all the administrators and security and personnel think... that was something special. Congratulations Alex Johnston.
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Kia ora Warriors and Running it Straight whanau! If you're a listener to the show on Sport Nation (every Tuesday at 6pm) we're keen to hear what sorts of things you like hearing and what we could do more of! All thoughts welcome!
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Rumours circulating the Warriors are close to locking in Warbrick for 2027!
Sam Hewat (@samhewat) profile pictureSam Hewat@samhewat7 Jul 2025
Was asked on a live stream tonight who's an outside back the Warriors could genuinely target in future. I didn't hesitant... Will Warbrick. He's got a lot to work through right now, but when fully fit... you get pace, aerial threat, fitness, defense, & a good Kiwi lad. Thoughts?
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Rugby league.
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The Titans producing one of the worst 40 minutes from a team I've seen in a long time. Utterly woeful.
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Parra really looking like they'll be a top 6 side this year. Love, the 🤡
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My 2026 NRL ladder... 1. Roosters 2. Broncos 3. Sharks 4. Panthers 5. Storm 6. Rabbitohs 7. Dolphins 8. Knights 9. Bulldogs 10. Warriors 11. Tigers 12. Raiders 13. Sea Eagles 14. Cowboys 15. Titans 16. Eels 17. Dragons
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How come I'm seeing a whole bunch of Eels tweets being deleted?
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Some caveats... Chooks could be 1 or 2 injuries away from not being a title contender. The Broncs I could easily see falling away. I can see the 'phins very much as a top 8 side. Fogarty was the glue of a young Raiders team. Rabbits are also heavily reliant on no injuries.
Sam Hewat (@samhewat) profile pictureSam Hewat@samhewatMar 3
My 2026 NRL ladder... 1. Roosters 2. Broncos 3. Sharks 4. Panthers 5. Storm 6. Rabbitohs 7. Dolphins 8. Knights 9. Bulldogs 10. Warriors 11. Tigers 12. Raiders 13. Sea Eagles 14. Cowboys 15. Titans 16. Eels 17. Dragons
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And before you all crucify me... the Warriors have done the opposite or my prediction every year. This is tactical...
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Running it Straight is BACK! First episode this coming Tuesday with a big 90-minute special at 6pm. Looking forward to the season ahead!
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