Canberra Raiders News

Stephen Larkham may follow Ricky Stuart's lead as James Slipper nears Super Rugby appearance record during a crucial match.

The Canberra Times

They are two of the greatest playmakers either code has ever seen and both are desperate to bring grand final glory to Canberra. Now could Stephen Larkham take a page out of Ricky Stuart's playbook?

That's the question facing the ACT Brumbies mentor with James Slipper on the verge of levelling the record for the most Super Rugby appearances in history.

Saturday night's clash with the Queensland Reds will mark Slipper's 202^nd Super Rugby game, equalling the record set by Crusaders great Wyatt Crockett.

That would put Slipper on course to break the record in Fiji next week - unless Larkham follows the precedent set by Canberra Raiders coach Stuart during Jarrod Croker's 300-game celebrations three years ago.

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Canterbury's Matt Burton is interested in pursuing an NFL punting career, impressing Raiders players after kicking a ball into their facility.

The Sydney Morning Herald

Las Vegas: Canterbury super boot Matt Burton is open to chasing a career in the NFL as a punter, saying: "I feel like I could definitely crack it if I was to come over here."

Burton made headlines last week when he kicked a ball into the roof of the Las Vegas Raiders' indoor training facility.

Raiders' NFL players watched the video footage and were quick to point out that it was not a regular occurrence.

"If he wanted to get into this sport, it would be a great story. If he wanted to come over here, someone is going to give him a chance," Raiders guard Caleb Rogers said.

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The 2026 NRL season begins Sunday, with predictions favoring the Roosters, Panthers, and Broncos for top spots.

LeagueNews.co

The 2026 NRL season is set to commence on Sunday, and fans and analysts are finalizing their predictions for the ladder.

This is an exciting period for supporters, as each team feels they have a shot at glory, though realism often prevails.

1. Sydney Roosters
2. Penrith Panthers
3. Brisbane Broncos
4. Melbourne Storm
5. South Sydney Rabbitohs
6. Cronulla Sharks
7. The Dolphins
8. Canberra Raiders
9. Canterbury Bulldogs
10. North Queensland Cowboys
11. Newcastle Knights
12. Manly Sea Eagles
13. Gold Coast Titans
14. New Zealand Warriors
15. Parramatta Eels
16. Wests Tigers
17. St George Illawarra Dragons

I predict the Roosters will rise to claim the minor premiership, followed closely by the familiar contenders, the Panthers and Broncos, with the Melbourne Storm securing a spot in the top four.

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