Canberra Raiders player Albert Hopoate ruled out of game due to cooking accident injuries.
The Canberra Raiders suffered a shock blow to start the week with youngster Albert Hopoate ruled out for Sunday's clash against the Cronulla Sharks after a cooking accident.
Hopoate didn't train on Tuesday following an oil fire on Monday night while cooking on his barbecue at home. The incident left him with "minor burns", mainly on his right arm.
After being assessed by Raiders medical staff, the 23-year-old was omitted from Canberra's lineup this weekend, with his injuries needing time to heal. It's expected he will be fit to play in round five.