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Savelio Tamale dreams of joining the Wallabies but is focused on rugby league for now.
Savelio Tamale has revealed his ambition to one day swap the tide of Green Machine of Canberra to the Wallabies green and gold.
But fear not, Raiders fans.
The breakout winger may not be shy about his dream that would eventually switch codes, but it won't be happening any time in the near future.
"I'm pretty set on being a rugby league star," Tamale said.
Canberra Raiders' Xavier Savage's injury eases coach Ricky Stuart's dilemma about dropping son Jed.
A heart-breaking injury to Canberra Raiders star wing Xavier Savage comes with a silver lining for coach Ricky Stuart.
He is no longer faced with the decision to drop his son Jed for Saturday's clash with Wests Tigers, and possibly dash his hopes of playing on the Raiders' first premiership team since 1994.
It was a prospect that Stuart says he had already discussed with Jed before Canberra's miracle golden-point win over Penrith in Mudgee last Friday.
Winger Savelio Tamale is set to return this week for the first time in two months after recovering from a fractured kneecap, taking back his spot on the Raiders' flank.
But the season-ending shoulder injury Savage...
Wests Tigers face Raiders in Canberra; lineup changes reflect determination despite finals elimination.
Wests Tigers are set to travel to Canberra this Saturday to face the formidable Canberra Raiders at GIO Stadium.
Head Coach Brett Kimmorley has made several changes to the lineup for this match. Meanwhile, the Raiders remain unchanged from their recent impressive victory over the Bulldogs, with Mackenzie Wiki expected to play despite suffering a rib injury last week.
Though the Wests Tigers are no longer in contention for finals, they are arriving in the capital determined to prove their capabilities. Their recent performances have shown promise, and the return of key players like Crichton boosts the team's morale.