Parramatta made history claiming its first-ever victory by a dominant 43-14 margin over the One New Zealand Warriors in Saturday's round nine New South Wales Cup clash at the James Hardie Centre of Excellence in Sydney.
The Eels struck first through right winger Devonte Vaivela, finishing off a slick team play that featured a sharp off-load to Jordan Samrani.
Jonah Pezet converted from a tough angle on the eastern touchline to make it 6-0.
Prop Toni Mataele crossed shortly after to extend Parramatta's lead to 10-0, powering over the line on a strong repeat set. Pezet again converted.
A flowing backline movement on the left edge then saw Mataele claim his second of the afternoon, showcasing an electric turn of pace to beat the Warriors' defence.
At halftime Parramatta led 24-0, a score=line that reflected its total dominance of the opening 40 minutes.
The Warriors emerged with purpose after the break with back rower Bishop Neal breaking through on the last tackle to reduce the deficit to 24-4.
Match: Eels v Warriors
Round 9 -
home Team
Eels
9th Position
away Team
Warriors
11th Position
Venue: James Hardie Centre of Excellence, Kellyville
But Parramatta's response was emphatic, Mataele crossing for his second try of the match to push the lead out to 30-4 before Zach Visconti barged over to extend it further.
Fullback Apa Twidle, playing through discomfort, then produced one of the plays of the match fielding a kick and then running 50 metres to score and leave the crowd at Kellyville on its feet.
The Warriors did not give up with centre Jeremiah Lemana and winger Daeon Amituanai adding late four pointers but the Eels closed the match out in style with Visconti providing the final try.
The Warriors have slipped to 11th on the ladder with a 4-5 record.
They have a bye next weekend before facing the Melbourne Storm in round 11.
