Canberra Raiders NRL News

Wed, 27th March, 2024, 6:10 AEDT
'Lucky it only burnt his arm': The cooking explosion that injured Hopoate
Canberra player Albert Hopoate burned arm, asked coach to train, ruled out of game.
The Sydney Morning Herald
Canberra outside back Albert Hopoate suffered severe burns to his right arm when an oil can behind a barbecue exploded - then he asked coach Ricky Stuart if he could still train the next day.
Hopoate has been ruled out of Sunday's clash against Cronulla because of the accident.
This masthead obtained footage of the 23-year-old's blistered and swollen right arm.
Albert's father John said his son was at teammate Corey Harawira-Naera's house on Monday night when the accident happened.
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Tue, 26th March, 2024, 16:31 AEDT
Freak BBQ accident sidelines Raiders star for Sharks clash
Canberra Raiders player Albert Hopoate ruled out of game due to cooking accident injuries.
The Canberra Times
The Canberra Raiders suffered a shock blow to start the week with youngster Albert Hopoate ruled out for Sunday's clash against the Cronulla Sharks after a cooking accident.
Hopoate didn't train on Tuesday following an oil fire on Monday night while cooking on his barbecue at home. The incident left him with "minor burns", mainly on his right arm.
After being assessed by Raiders medical staff, the 23-year-old was omitted from Canberra's lineup this weekend, with his injuries needing time to heal. It's expected he will be fit to play in round five.
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Tue, 26th March, 2024, 11:17 AEDT
Broncos injury woes continue, Cleary out, Tiger firming for NRL debut: NRL Team Talk: Round 4
NRL clubs face injuries and suspensions, coaches may make changes, team announcements Tuesday.
Zero Tackle
The injuries and suspensions continue as NRL clubs head into Round 4 of the competition, while some coaches may decide to make some bold moves to shake up their roster.
The Cronulla Sharks have been dealt with a trio of injuries to their forwards, while the Broncos have lost another star player for this week.
Teams will be named on Tuesday at 4pm (AEST), but here is all the latest in news and rumours.
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