Photo: Getty ImagesShaun Johnson admits he still yearns for a chance to play in front of the Mt Smart faithful again. But the quirks of the NRL draw see the game played in Wellington, which the 28-year-old admits is a shame. Johnson's return to these shores has been heavily hyped, and the game will be undoubtedly the most scrutinised Warriors' game this season so far. Johnson, who played 163 games in Warriors colours, is excited about the clash but also pragmatic about the situation. Pressed on his own form in 2019, Johnson admits it has been "up and down".

Source: Otago Daily Times July 17, 2019 20:26 UTC