Canberra Raiders News

Ricky Stuart approves Jordan Rapana's return as fullback for Canberra Raiders in Magic Round.

The Canberra Times

Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has green-lit the return of fullback Jordan Rapana for Magic Round on Friday, which will cause an intriguing backline reshuffle.

Rapana, Chevy Stewart and even Sebastian Kris are all possibilities to wear the No.1 jersey against the Canterbury Bulldogs at Lang Park, but Stuart has seemingly locked in Rapana for the pivotal role after five weeks out.

The 34-year-old underwent minor surgery to repair a meniscus tear in his knee in early April following the Raiders' win over the Eels in round five.

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Raiders and Titans fans sigh as Fifita joins Roosters, questions raised about NRL salary cap.

The Canberra Times

Did you hear that?

That was the mutual sigh of Canberra Raiders and Gold Coast Titans fans upon hearing that star back-rower David Fifita was bound for Bondi, raising more questions about the set-up of the NRL salary cap that is supposed to create a fairer competition.

The Roosters have successfully secured Fifita's services on a reported four-year $3.3 million deal from next season after the Queenslander exercised a clause in his contract to arrange a Titans exit before round 10.

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Brutal results in round one as famous players get knocked out. Quarter-finals survey now open.

The Canberra Times

The round one results are in, and the verdict is brutal. Some of Canberra's best-known footballers have been knocked out in search of the city's greatest player.

Vote in the survey below for the quarter-finals round, which will see Ricky Stuart take on Brett Mullins, Laurie Daley go head to head with Mal Meninga, George Gregan taking on Joe Roff and Stephen Larkham up against George Smith.

This is the second instalment of a series to try to determine who Canberra's greatest footballer is, based on the teams from the 1994 Raiders and the 2004 Brumbies. We want you to have your say.

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