Canberra Raiders NRL News

Raiders dominate Broncos in upset win with standout performances from Horsburgh and Papalii. Walsh struggles.

The Daily Telegraph
Hynes headache? 15 NRL SuperCoach takeaways

The Raiders executed the perfect ambush in the nation's capital, blowing the Broncos away from the opening whistle.

In front of the biggest opening home crowd in 26 years, the underdog Raiders produced heroes across the park, while Brisbane's big-name stars failed to fire a shot in the 32-22 upset.

Canberra duo Corey Horsburgh and Josh Papalii out-gunned Brisbane props Payne Haas and Pat Carrigan which ultimately led to the stirring victory.

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BRISBANE BRONCOS

1 REECE WALSH

Went missing in action as the Green Machine swarmed the superstar fullback. Just five runs for...

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Matty Nicholson impresses in NRL debut with two tries, linebreaks, and solid defense in Canberra.

The Canberra Times

Australian rugby league fans outside of Canberra may not have been familiar with Matty Nicholson's game before Saturday night.

After 80 minutes, two tries, two linebreaks, and 33 tackles, they certainly know now.

The 21-year-old Englishman can expect a few more Instagram followers, media requests and high fives around Canberra in the coming weeks after that blistering NRL debut performance, but he's keeping his head firmly on his shoulders amidst the hype.

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Ricky Stuart trusted Matty Nicholson, reassured by father during pre-game chat at dawn.

The Canberra Times

Ricky Stuart knew Matty Nicholson wouldn't let him down. It's why he picked him.

And if he had any doubts, Nicholson's father Jason reassured him when the two shared a pre-game chat at dawn.

The Canberra Raiders coach had given Jason a call as he drove to Canberra Stadium - about 6.20am England time.

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