Canberra Raiders NRL News

Fri, 11th September, 2026, 14:02 AEST
Under the knife: the Raiders set for off-season surgeries
Four Canberra Raiders players, including Simi Sasagi, will undergo surgery this off-season but are expected to return for pre-season trials.
The Canberra Times
Simi Sasagi's already had his done, but there's another four Canberra Raiders set to have surgery this off-season.
Thankfully, they're all expected to return in time for the Raiders' pre-season trials.
It's one of the few positives to come out of the Green Machine's disappointing 2026 NRL season - having missed out on finals its players are now able to get surgeries done earlier and can be back from their rehabilitation sooner.
In addition to Sasagi, Savelio Tamale, Matt Timoko, Kaeo Weekes and Joe Tapine will also need surgery in the coming weeks.
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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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Sun, 6th September, 2026, 17:53 AEST
'I wasn't ready': How Ricky held Coby Black back for a dream debut in front of family
Coby Black valued his readiness for his NRL debut, celebrating it with family and friends during the Raiders' impressive victory over the Cowboys.
The Canberra Times
As Coby Black said himself, everyone wants to make their debut as soon as they can.
But it takes a special type of person to be self-aware enough to know they're not ready.
Especially when you're just 20 years old.
But that's exactly what Black said.
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