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NRL considers Sunday preliminary finals for family-friendly scheduling, pending location and ratings evaluation.

LeagueNews.co

NRL CEO Andrew Abdo has indicated that the league will explore the possibility of hosting a preliminary final on a Sunday. This concept, which was last implemented in 2005, could lead to a departure from the traditional Friday and Saturday night scheduling in favor of a family-friendly Sunday afternoon match.

The decision will likely hinge on the location of the game and the television ratings from the Sunday afternoon Week 1 qualifying final featuring the Canberra Raiders against the Brisbane Broncos. Abdo, in conversation with The Daily Telegraph, acknowledged this option as they aim for a distinct presence separate from the AFL while enhancing the experience for fans.

"We'll look at it all and assess it after this weekend," Abdo stated in the publication. "We're always looking at ways to improve."

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Canberra's Josh Papalii cleared to play versus Brisbane after recovering from an ankle injury.

The Canberra Times

Canberra have received a boost ahead of their crucial qualifying final against Brisbane, star forward Josh Papalii cleared to play just before kick-off.

The Raiders' most-capped player was in a race against the clock to overcome an ankle injury suffered in training more than a week ago.

Shortly before Sunday's clash got under way at a sold-out GIO Stadium, Canberra confirmed Papalii would start alongside captain Joe Tapine in the front row.

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Jamal Fogarty revealed he wasn't directly informed of his Titans release, now thriving with Raiders.

LeagueNews.co

Jamal Fogarty, the halfback for the Canberra Raiders, has disclosed surprising details about his departure from the Gold Coast Titans. Notably, he stated that the Titans never directly informed him of his release from the club.

Fogarty joined the Titans at the end of 2021, but he has since become a pivotal player for the Canberra Raiders, contributing significantly to the team's success, including clinching the minor premiership this year.

In contrast, the Titans' performance has plummeted; they are now facing a disappointing season, having secured the infamous wooden spoon in 2025.

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