We love the mighty Canberra Raiders
NRL clubs bolster teams with key players or face setbacks in Round 9 matchups.
Entering Round 9, some NRL clubs are set to receive significant boosts to their team, while others have lost key players as they look to clinch the two points.
Some big additions this week include Victor Radley, Sunia Turuva and Selwyn Cobbo, while Moeaki Fotuaika, Moses Suli and Nelson Asofa-Solomona headline the losses.
Sharks' Hynes shines with try, tackles, and kicking, eyeing State of Origin comeback. Coach impressed.
In a stunning display of skill and determination, Sharks playmaker Nicho Hynes has made a bold statement for a State of Origin comeback after leading his team to a resounding 40-0 victory over the Raiders.
Hynes, who has silenced his critics throughout the 2024 season, put on a masterclass performance, scoring a try, setting up two more, breaking tackles with ease, and delivering a season-best 456 kicking meters.
Despite some previous concerns about his defense, Hynes showcased his all-round abilities by making 25 tackles and missing just one.
With the upcoming State of Origin series looming, new Blues coach Michael Maguire has a tough decision to make regarding the five-eighth position, but many believe that Hynes has proven himself worthy of a chance in the coveted No.6 jersey.
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart had a disappointing 500th game as Raiders suffered a big loss.
It wasn't the milestone game Canberra coach Ricky Stuart was hoping for.
In his 500th match as a coach on Sunday, the Raiders legend saw his side slump to its largest loss to Cronulla.
The 40-0 drubbing was also the first time the Green Machine had been held scoreless before their home fans since 2013.
It was a humbling night for Stuart and his young charges.
"I felt embarrassed with that performance," he told reporters after the match.
Injuries to key players, including halfback Jamal Fogarty (ruptured biceps), forced Stuart's hand in fielding a far more inexperienced side than he would have liked against the...