Canberra Raiders News

In a thrilling ANZAC Round match, Raiders rallied to beat Dolphins 40-28 after early advantage.

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In a thrilling ANZAC Round clash, the Canberra Raiders mounted a massive second-half comeback to defeat the Dolphins 40-28 at GIO Stadium.

The match began with tension as both teams entered with significant momentum from recent victories.

Early in the first half, Dolphins five-eighth Kodi Nikorima was sin-binned for a high shot on Raiders winger Savelio Tamale, giving the Raiders an early advantage.

Just nine minutes into the match, Tamale capitalized on a last-minute offload from Raiders centre Sebastian Kris to score in the right corner, putting the Raiders ahead 4-0, though the conversion was missed.

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NRL's ANZAC weekend features Raiders vs. Dolphins, and Wests Tigers hosting Sharks amid heightened competition.

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The NRL Telstra Premiership concludes a thrilling ANZAC weekend with two key matchups: the Raiders facing the Dolphins in Canberra and the Wests Tigers hosting the Sharks at Leichhardt Oval.

Both the Raiders and Dolphins showcased their strength in Round 7, though they faced challenges, nearly surrendering significant leads to the Titans and Storm.

The team that can establish an early advantage in their match is poised for success as the competition heads into Magic Round and the Origin period.

Leichhardt Oval, known for its vibrant atmosphere, will be buzzing with passionate fans as the Wests Tigers seek to rebound from a tough loss to the Eels.

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The Cowboys overcame early losses, finding success with a mix of youth and experience in 2025.

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The North Queensland Cowboys have found their rhythm in the 2025 season after a rocky start, as captain Tom Dearden suggests a successful blend of youth and experience has emerged.

Initially, the Cowboys faced significant challenges, suffering losses to the Manly Sea Eagles (42-12), Cronulla Sharks (36-12), and Brisbane Broncos (26-16).

However, the tide turned in Round 4 against the Canberra Raiders, where they secured a 30-20 victory, marking the beginning of an upswing.

This win set the stage for subsequent narrow victories over the Penrith Panthers (22-18) and South Sydney Rabbitohs (24-16) before a bye week allowed the team some much-needed refreshment.

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