Mitch Barnett
New ZealandathleteMaleb. 19955.2Global Dominance: 0.00%Mitch Barnett is a professional rugby league player who plays as a forward in the NRL, currently associated with the Warriors. Known for his tenacity on the field, Barnett plays a crucial leadership role alongside teammate James Fisher-Harris as they aim to guide the Warriors towards their first premiership title.
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Mitch Barnett was also returning from a long-term injury, contributing to the team's challenges.
Warriors: 2026 NRL season review – Wild highs, painful lows, magic memories and a few regretsNew Zealand· 2026-09-26
Mitch Barnett will depart the Warriors to join the Brisbane Broncos in 2027.
Winners and losers: The case for handing lifetime bans to fans who throw things at officials – Christopher ReiveNew Zealand· 2026-09-21
Mitch Barnett gave everything he had for what was going to be his last game for the club on Kiwi soil.
Warriors v Knights: NRL campaign ends in straight sets as attack fails to fire at Eden ParkNew Zealand· 2026-09-20
Mitch Barnett was lost to injuries during the season.
Warriors v Knights: Can the Wahs become the biggest brand in NZ sport?New Zealand· 2026-09-18
Mitch Barnett ran with authority and played with plenty of fire in his belly.
Warriors v Dolphins player ratings: Taine Tuaupiki, James Fisher-Harris impress as team fades in lossNew Zealand· 2026-09-13
Co-captain Mitch Barnett’s succinct take was that there were just little periods where we didn’t play well.
Warriors v Dolphins: Auckland club determined to move on quickly, despite devastating NRL lossNew Zealand· 2026-09-12
Mitch Barnett smashed into the defensive line to set the tone for the match.
Warriors lose home finals clash to Dolphins after blowing 16-8 leadNew Zealand· 2026-09-12
Mitch Barnett's hip connected with Thomas Flegler’s head in a tackle.
Come-from-behind victory over Warriors secures home preliminary final spot
Australia· 2026-09-12
Mitch Barnett is described as an inspirational leader for the Warriors.
Warriors v Dolphins qualifying final: Auckland club chasing biggest NRL opportunity since 2002New Zealand· 2026-09-11
Mitch Barnett was awarded a rare penalty try which saw the match go to golden point.
Warriors v Dolphins: Line-ups, kickoff time, how to watch – all you need to knowNew Zealand· 2026-09-11
A true leader of the pack where he led all Warriors forwards with 165m.
Warriors v Panthers player ratings: Luke Metcalf returns with perfect scoreNew Zealand· 2026-08-08
Similar to Fisher-Harris, played less minutes than usual, due to how well the Warriors were playing, but still played a key role.
Warriors v Titans player ratings: Unlikely hero emerges as Eddie Ieremia-Toeava claims perfect scoreNew Zealand· 2026-08-02
A short ball from co-captain Mitch Barnett gave Ieremia-Toeava his first try of the season.
Warriors v Gold Coast Titans result: Andrew Webster’s men return to winning ways with try-scoring spreeNew Zealand· 2026-08-01
Mitch Barnett contributed to the Warriors' early momentum.
NRL: Warriors fend off Dragons for hard-fought winNew Zealand· 2026-07-18
Mitch Barnett was part of the State of Origin duo that did not play in the match.
Warriors v Wests Tigers result: Andrew Webster’s men return to winning ways with Campbelltown clinicNew Zealand· 2026-07-10
The Warriors were able to take care of the Tigers comfortably while missing State of Origin duo Mitch Barnett and Kurt Capewell.
Luai’s hopes of taking Tigers to the finals slip away with Warriors thumpingAustralia· 2026-07-10
Two Warriors players are taking part in the match, Kurt Capewell and Mitch Barnett starting for Queensland and New South Wales respectively.
State of Origin Game III: NSW v QLD line-ups, kickoff times, how to watch – all you need to knowNew Zealand· 2026-07-07
Mitch Barnett is listed as part of the NSW Blues team.
NSW Blues team, Laurie Daley live press conference after Brian To’o axingAustralia· 2026-06-28
The captain put in a big shift and was easily the best middle forward for the Warriors.
Warriors v Dolphins player ratings: Te Maire Martin continues to shine; centre’s woeful performanceNew Zealand· 2026-06-27Stowers-Smith looks up to Mitch Barnett and feels driven to live up to his standard.
Warriors v Cowboys: Live updates from the NRL clash at One New Zealand StadiumNew Zealand· 2026-06-21
They will also welcome the return of Origin duo Kurt Capewell and Mitch Barnett.
Blues rookie caps brilliant week by shining for PanthersAustralia· 2026-06-01
Neither Mitch Barnett nor Kurt Capewell backed up from State of Origin duties for the Warriors.
Warriors v Panthers result: Winning run ends as Kiwi side fall short of Penrith in thrillerNew Zealand· 2026-05-31Mitch Barnett is expected to play a key role for New South Wales.
Warriors v Panthers live updates: Andrew Webster’s side look to continue winning run in PenrithNew Zealand· 2026-05-31
Fonua-Blake started in the front row last Wednesday night with Warriors enforcer Mitch Barnett.
Addin Fonua-Blake eyes destructive front-row partnership with returning Payne HaasAustralia· 2026-05-30
Barnett’s caveat is a lack of game time through injury.
The NSW Blues and Queensland Maroons halves stood tallest. So what next at the selection table?Australia· 2026-05-28
Mitch Barnett made an early mistake that set the tone for the game.
James Tedesco’s late heroics seal NSW’s biggest comebackAustralia· 2026-05-27
Mitch Barnett, who is leaving the Warriors and returning to Australia next season, is willing to meet with Maguire.
Mahoney’s Vegas verbals with old teammates light fuse for explosive reunionAustralia· 2026-03-07
Mitch Barnett is mentioned as the most dominant forward the club has been without.
NRL: Why the Warriors statement win over Roosters eases any early season doubtsNew Zealand· 2026-03-07Barnett decided to leave the NRL club to be closer to his family.
Warriors coach Andrew Webster lifts lid on Mitch Barnett’s decision to leave NRL clubNew Zealand· 2026-02-28
Flanagan is keen to chat to Mitch Barnett about joining the club after he reportedly informed the New Zealand Warriors he wanted to return home.
Joe Hockey Wouldn’t put it past himAustralia· 2026-02-24
