Simi Sasagi returns for the Raiders against the Dragons, aiming to restore confidence after recent poor performances.
A Canberra Raiders cult hero is set to make a surprise return in Sunday's clash with the St George Illawarra Dragons, as another star player was dropped.
The Raiders have been dismissed as premiership contenders and lashed by pundits over their recent performances.
But with their backs against the walls and the last-placed Dragons coming to Bruce, there's a big chance for the Green Machine to rebuild some confidence and show the NRL there's still quality in the capital.
The Raiders will be boosted by Simi Sasagi being named in the centres, returning earlier than expected from his shoulder setback. It's one of three changes to the side that copped a 42-20 shellacking by the Melbourne Storm last weekend.