Canberra Raiders NRL News

The Canberra Times

Raiders medical staff believe head trauma caused Harawira-Naera's collapse during the NRL match against South Sydney, testing throughout the week finding two previous head knocks he'd taken shortly before his seizure could be the main reason.

Coach Ricky Stuart wouldn't speculate on a potential return date for Harawira-Naera on Thursday, although he expected the 28-year-old would get into some "light training" next week.

It might prove an emotional boost for Raider players, who looked distraught watching their teammate receiving medical attention last Saturday night.

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The Canberra Times

The two NSW debutants who were charged with beefing up the Blues pack have delivered a State of Origin mea culpa after their indiscipline and errors helped Queensland to victory.

Hudson Young and Tevita Pangai Jr both had moments to forget in Wednesday night's series opener, with the pair hopeful coach Brad Fittler will give them a shot at redemption with the shield on the line at Suncorp Stadium on June 21.

Young attempted a one-on-one steal which gave the Maroons the field position to score their second try of the night.

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Canberra Weekly

Ricky Stuart has dismissed criticism of his decision to rest Jarrod Croker so he can play his 300th game at home, declaring he made the call for the entire Canberra community.

The Raiders boss admitted it appeared a selfish move to pull veteran Croker out of Friday night's clash with Wests Tigers, but said the 32-year-old would physically benefit from the week off.

Croker's resting hasn't hurt Canberra's stocks too badly, still favourites to win at Campbelltown Stadium with Albert Hopoate shifting to the centres and Nick Cotric taking his spot on the wing.

It leaves Croker to find tip-top fitness for the following Friday...

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