The Gold Coast Titans have confirmed that they granted Tanah Boyd an early release from the remainder of his contract, as he seeks more game time with a new NRL club.
Originally contracted through the end of the 2025 NRL season, Boyd has signed a two-year deal with the New Zealand Warriors, effective immediately until the end of the 2026 NRL season.
This decision comes after he was previously linked with a move to the Manly Sea Eagles, but Boyd will now contend with Te Maire Martin for Shaun Johnson’s vacant halfback spot to partner Luke Metcalf in the halves. Samoan international Chanel Harris-Tavita is another option for the Warriors but is expected to play as a hooker or off the interchange bench.
“Tanah’s arrival will create healthy competition among our halves,” said New Zealand Warriors head coach Andrew Webster. “He brings a great kicking game, strong game management skills, and he’s also a proven goal kicker. We’re really looking forward to having him at our club.”
Once touted as the future of the Titans’ halves, Boyd was continually overlooked in favor of other options and recognized he needed more game time. With Kieran Foran, Jayden Campbell, AJ Brimson, Carter Gordon, and Zane Harrison all part of the Titans’ roster, his chances for significant playing time next season were unlikely.
“There’s so much to like about the direction of the club, from Webby to the fans and the support the team gets here in New Zealand,” said Boyd. “I’ll miss my time at the Titans, but I plan to make a strong impact here at the Warriors.”
With Boyd’s addition, the New Zealand Warriors now have only one spot left on their Top 30 roster for the 2025 NRL season.