The Canberra Raiders seized first place in the NRL after a narrow 22-18 win over Newcastle.
The Canberra Raiders have snatched first place on the NRL ladder after narrowly disposing of the Newcastle Knights 22-18 in the Hunter.
Despite sitting in second for the majority of the season, Canterbury's 8-6 loss to Penrith on Thursday night left the door ajar for Ricky Stuart's side to climb their way into pole position.
The Knights on the other hand have won two of their last three clashes, both thanks to tries on the last play, yet neither displays convinced fans that the club had turned a corner.
Though there was no points in the opening 15 minutes, the Raiders were dominant from...