Canberra Raiders News

Ethan Strange, talented player, aims to represent Australia and New South Wales, eligible for England, New Zealand.

Zero Tackle

Able to represent all three tier-one nations - Australia, England and New Zealand - on the international stage, young star Ethan Strange has opened up on his international allegiance and ambitions.

Taking his game to new heights this season, Strange played a vital role in the Canberra Raiders claiming the Minor Premiership with 14 tries and 12 try assists and was recently named in the 2025 RLPA Players' Dream Team.

And just like the Dolphins halfback, the young gun can represent multiple nations on the international stage.

Speaking to The Canberra Times, Strange has confirmed that he can represent England and New Zealand. He has revealed he intends to play for the New South Wales Blues and Australia.

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The Sharks and Panthers advanced to finals, while Bulldogs and Raiders ended their season.

LeagueNews.co

Then there were four!

The Storm and Broncos observed this weekend's action as the Sharks and Panthers advanced, preparing for the preliminary finals. Unfortunately, the Bulldogs and Raiders concluded the 2025 season without securing a finals victory.

On the positive side, the Panthers issued a significant warning to their competitors, while the Sharks celebrated their second Finals win since 2016.

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Despite a dislocated nose, Raiders' captain Joe Tapine spoke to media after playoff loss.

Canberra Daily

A dislocated nose and the end of the Canberra Raiders' 2025 Grand Final dream didn't stop captain Joe Tapine from speaking to the media.

It came after a very awkward one-minute, 44-second post-match press conference where both Tapine and coach Ricky Stuart appeared dejected and kept their answers brief.

The Raiders fell 12-32 to the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks at GIO Stadium Canberra on Saturday 20 September during week two of the finals, ending the minor premiers' season.

There was still blood running out of Tapine's nose - and splatters on his jersey and shorts - during his post-match chat with the media, which was the result of a high shot.

While the team was disappointed, the captain's focus has turned to...

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