Canberra Raiders NRL News

The Bulldogs lost to the Broncos after a surprising backline switch by coach Ciraldo.

Fox League

The Bulldogs were bested by the Broncos in Round 18 after Cameron Ciraldo made a big spine switch, while a Raiders gun delivered a fullback masterclass.

An hour before the Bulldogs' loss to the Broncos on Friday night, coach Cameron Ciraldo made a surprise switch to his backline, promoting Lachlan Galvin to the starting side.

Benji Marshall, meanwhile, highlighted his young guns with a "bright" future after losing two of the Tigers' best young talents.

Read on for the Talking Points from NRL Round 18
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GALVIN THE ODD MAN OUT FOR THE BULLDOGS?

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Phil Rothfield shares weekly sports highlights: Kaeo Weekes' spectacular try and Dragons' spelling mistake on jerseys.

The Daily Telegraph

Phil 'Buzz' Rothfield reveals his highlights and lowlights from the week in sport, handing out some free advice for the new Dragons CEO.

HIGHLIGHT

Canberra Raiders fullback Kaeo Weekes. This guy is an absolute superstar excitement machine. His sensational 90m try against the Dragons, when he beat five defenders with blinding speed, was as spectacular as rugby league gets.

LOWLIGHT

The St George Illawarra Dragons have had another spelling fail on a commemorative jersey. You'll remember Jack Bird's 150th Sharks v 'Dargons' jersey last year. This time they stuffed up Indie Bostock's...

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Brad Fittler defended Ricky Stuart's support for Kyle Flanagan amid criticism and boos during a tough season.

Wide World of Sports

Brad Fittler has defended the comments of Ricky Stuart after he launched a passionate defence of Kyle Flanagan in the wake of the Raiders win over the Dragons.

Flanagan has been a target of criticism during a tough season for St George Illawarra, with calls for him to be axed.

The 26-year-old was repeatedly booed when he lined up for goal against the Raiders.

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