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Wests Tigers face Raiders in Canberra; lineup changes reflect determination despite finals elimination.

LeagueNews.co

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.

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Xavier Savage's injury relieves coach Ricky Stuart from the tough decision of dropping his son Jed.

The Canberra Times

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.

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Panthers surprised fans by resting key players, causing betting odds to shift dramatically.

LeagueNews.co

Last week, the NRL community was abuzz following an exhilarating Friday night double-header that showcased thrilling and high-quality finals football. The Panthers and Raiders engaged in a nail-biting contest that went into golden point extra time, culminating in an extraordinary finish. Meanwhile, the Bulldogs, initially trailing against the Storm at halftime, mounted an impressive comeback and nearly snatched victory.

However, the Panthers had other plans. The first indication something was amiss arose on Monday when various gambling agencies noted unusual betting patterns on the Bulldogs at an opening price of $2.30. This price rapidly diminished as whispers spread about the Panthers intending to rest key players. By Tuesday afternoon, the odds plummeted to $1.08 following the announcement of the Panthers' squad, which featured 16 players not included in the previous week's line-up. The gambling agencies were caught off guard as information leaked throughout the rugby league community.

This decision to rest an entire team was not only unexpected but also a significant disappointment for the game and the countless fans who support it. Many Panthers supporters praised head coach Ivan Cleary for his strategic brilliance, reinforcing the idea that the club operated within its rights and broke no rules in prioritizing a grueling finals run ahead.

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