Canberra Raiders News

Thu, 10th September, 2026, 11:51 AEST
Hudson Young contract saga takes another turn
Hudson Young's future with the Raiders is uncertain, but CEO Furner remains optimistic about contract negotiations.
Zero Tackle
Hudson Young's playing future beyond 2028 continues to be speculated with frustrations seemingly growing as the situation continues to drag on.
After an update was provided by Raiders CEO Don Furner, fans of the team from the nations capital were given further hope that Young would remain a Raider beyond next season.
Talking on SEN's Kick Off, Furner stated: "Look, we're quietly confident...He's told us that it'll be either us or there, so I guess that gives us a 50-50 chance."
Young was granted permission by the club to explore potential opportunities with expansion side PNG Chiefs, however, before he has had the chance to go over to Papua New Guinea their offer has been halted due to under valuation claims from the NRL.
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Wed, 9th September, 2026, 21:28 AEST
'Don't think he's happy': Origin star caught in bizarre standoff as $100K gap threatens move
Hudson Young's potential move to the PNG Chiefs faces complications over contract value, with NRL rejecting his $900,000 offer.
Fox League
Hudson Young is facing a huge call on his future, with the NSW Blues star poised to test his value on the open market after his proposed move to the PNG Chiefs has reached a critical point.
The Raiders forward has found himself caught in a bizarre standoff between Canberra, the NRL and Chiefs over his market valuation.
Young's proposed move to the PNG Chiefs has become one of the most complicated signings involving the new franchise, with the NRL understood to have concerns over the value of the deal given the tax-free benefits available in Papua New Guinea.
According to recent reports, the Chiefs were willing to offer Young a contract worth $900,000 a season, but the NRL rejected the deal.
This was because the governing body said he could not sign a deal below his market value of $1 million.
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Wed, 9th September, 2026, 14:36 AEST
Raiders star puts Canberra first in heartbreaking World Cup decision
Simi Sasagi prioritizes the Canberra Raiders, opting for shoulder surgery over the World Cup, aiming for NRL readiness by 2027 season's start.
The Canberra Times
If there was ever any doubt Simi Sasagi was fully committed to the Canberra Raiders, there isn't any more.
Sasagi has given up his World Cup dream to be ready for the Green Machine's 2027 season.
The 25-year-old had surgery on his left shoulder on Tuesday, ruling him out of the Rugby League World Cup, which begins in five weeks on October 15.
He had a labrum tear repaired and is expected to be ready for round one of next year's NRL campaign.
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Hudson Young contract saga takes another turn

'Don't think he's happy': Origin star caught in bizarre standoff as $100K gap threatens move

Raiders star puts Canberra first in heartbreaking World Cup decision

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