Canberra Raiders NRL News

Canberra Raiders seek replacement for suspended Josh Papali'i in front-row for Roosters match.

The Canberra Times

The Canberra Raiders will look to fill a starting spot in the front row for this weekend's blockbuster clash with the Sydney Roosters after Josh Papali'i was suspended for one match.

Papali'i was cited - and sin-binned - for a hip-drop tackle on Bulldogs star Viliame Kikau in Canberra's Magic Round victory in Brisbane on Friday.

Rather than risk a two-game ban by fighting the charge at the judiciary, NRL head of football Graham Annesley confirmed Papali'i had chosen to accept one week out.

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NRL keeps Magic Round in Brisbane, draws 140,000 fans, creates unforgettable experience.

Wide World of Sports

BRISBANE: Why would anyone want to move Magic Round away from Brisbane?

Fresh off the NRL's decision to keep the marquee weekend in the river city for another three seasons, everyone involved stepped up once again to create a memorable weekend as over 140,000 fans flocked to Suncorp Stadium across three days.

From the moment you step foot into the city for the marquee event, there's a sense of belonging if you're a rugby league diehard.

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Raiders honor Indigenous culture in special NRL round with unique jersey design. Proud representation.

The Riotact

Of the many important NRL matches the Raiders have played, the upcoming Indigenous round holds particular significance for its proud Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander players - the chance to represent their people and families and shed light on their culture.

That culture will be represented in the vibrant colours of the Aboriginal people (yellow, black and red) and the Torres Strait Islander people (green and blue) on a jersey specially commissioned for this round on Saturday, 25 May.

The jersey artwork, created by Birpai/Warrimay(Worimi)/South Sea Islander woman Kulka Fahey, depicts the theme "Where the water meets the land". It...

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