Canberra Raiders News

Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters drops a contender, focusing on dedicated players for the Ashes.

LeagueNews.co

New Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters has made a surprising decision by dropping the first potential contender from his 22-man Ashes squad as the NRL finals approach. Walters is already assessing his selections for the Australian team, which will face England in the upcoming Ashes tour beginning at London's Wembley Stadium on October 25.

He is also monitoring the situation regarding players like Payne Haas, Tino Fa'asuamaleaui, and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, who are reportedly considering switching their allegiances to Samoa post NRL season. Walters emphasized that he will not select players unwilling to represent the green and gold, aiming to restore pride in the Kangaroo jersey.

Walters is particularly interested in Canberra's five-eighth Ethan Strange, who has had an impressive season, playing a crucial role in leading the Raiders to the top of the table. Strange has been a key figure on the left side of the field for coach Ricky Stuart's team.

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Ricky Stuart considers keeping Papali'i and Mooney, but Mooney is exploring other options.

The Canberra Times

Ricky Stuart says the Canberra Raiders could keep both Josh Papali'i and Trey Mooney next season, but he doesn't want to be "greedy" and do the wrong thing by Mooney.

Mooney, along with young fullback Chevy Stewart, has been given permission to speak to other clubs, with the Raiders in the process of coming up with a one-year contract extension for Papali'i.

It means Mooney's opportunities could be limited at the Green Machine for a further 12 months, but now he's exploring his options - despite being contracted to the Raiders until the end of 2027.

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The Canberra Raiders lead the ladder despite a recent loss, facing Manly this Friday.

LeagueNews.co

The Canberra Raiders are currently leading the ladder despite suffering a loss last weekend. They are set to face the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles at GIO Stadium in Canberra this Friday night.

In challenging weather conditions in Wollongong, the Raiders faced their first defeat since round 10, losing 18-12 to the Dragons. The match was tied at 10 at halftime, but unforced errors in the second half hindered the Raiders, allowing the Dragons to secure the win and deliver the Raiders their fourth loss of the season.

Despite this setback, the Raiders maintain their position at the top of the ladder, bolstered by the Bulldogs' loss over the weekend, which keeps them a game clear with a bye still upcoming.

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