The Canberra Raiders started the year with just one win after five rounds, but now sit within striking distance of top-spot on the NRL ladder ahead of a tantalising Magic Round clash on Friday night.
A win over the Canterbury Bulldogs in the opening game of the footy showcase at Lang Park could see the 11th-placed Raiders finally crack the top eight for the first time this season.
A three-game winning streak that began immediately after their humiliating 41-point defeat to the Penrith Panthers has put them on equal points (10) with the reigning champions and three other teams, and four...