Canterbury secured a 14-10 victory over Canberra, marking their second win of the season, despite off-field issues and adverse weather conditions.
Canterbury's week in the headlines has ended on a high, beating Canberra 14-10 in wet and wild conditions at GIO Stadium.
The Bulldogs' bye week was dominated by reports that centre Bronson Xerri was unhappy and could soon seek a release after being dropped for Thursday night's clash.
But Canterbury shook off their off-field woes with Stephen Crichton's two penalty goals proving the difference as the visitors claimed their second consecutive win to start the season, something last achieved in 2012.
With rain lashing down in the nation's capital, the Dogs weathered the Raiders' fast start before the contest transformed into a grind as Canberra struggled to break through Canterbury's typically rigid defence.