Benji Marshall and Shaun Johnson have been mentioned as possible contenders for the New Zealand sevens team. Photo / Getty Images.
Halfback Shaun Johnson last night become the third Warriors player involved in the fourth annual All Stars match at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane on Saturday, February 9.
The 22-year-old, now preparing for his third NRL campaign, has been called into the NRL All Stars by coach Wayne Bennett to replace
injured Melbourne halfback Cooper Cronk as a 'coach's pick' on the interchange.
Johnson, who made his test debut for the Kiwis last year, was stunned to learn of his call-up.
"It's all a bit surreal for me at the moment,'' he said.
''[Coach] Matt [Elliott] called me to let me know. It's exciting and I'm really looking forward to the opportunity of playing alongside so many quality players as well as being in a side coached by Wayne Bennett. It's a massive honour.''
