Canberra Raiders News

Reuben Garrick eyes Jamal Fogarty as crucial for Manly's playoff hopes against Canberra Friday.

The Canberra Times

Sharp-shooter Reuben Garrick is keeping one eye on Jamal Fogarty as the architect of Manly's next season threatens to deliver a hammer blow to their current one.

Last week's loss to the Sydney Roosters means Manly will be two wins out of the top eight and in an uphill battle to play finals if they fall to Fogarty's Canberra on Friday.

Fogarty has been the glue for the ladder-leaders in 2025, and Garrick said he will be one of the targets in his first clash against Manly since sgning on to become Daly Cherry-Evans's replacement.

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Round 22 showcased thrilling NRL matches, with unexpected outcomes and controversial officiating decisions.

LeagueNews.co

Round 22 of the NRL, despite challenging weather conditions, exceeded expectations. The Dolphins secured a last-minute try, positioning themselves favorably for a Finals spot, while the Roosters kept their hopes alive at the expense of Manly. Meanwhile, both the Broncos and Sharks enjoyed decisive victories, solidifying their paths to the Finals. The weekend also witnessed the Tigers surprising the Bulldogs, the Titans pushing Penrith to Golden Point, and the Dragons taking down the previously dominant Raiders.

Here are 20 thoughts stemming from Round 22:

1. Each week, it seems, we encounter a striking officiating blunder that defies belief. This week featured what could be called the most obvious penalty try of all time being "cleared." Brian To'o denied Phillip Sami a clear scoring opportunity through foul play, striking him across the chin as he was about to score. This was a textbook case for a penalty try, recognized by everyone but the Bunker official. Not surprisingly, the NRL has since admitted the mistake. It's evident that the official in question might not be adequate for the role.

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