Canberra Raiders NRL News

The Canberra Raiders have participated in State of Origin since 1980, representing both NSW and QLD.

Canberra Weekly

The Canberra Raiders have been represented in the "State of Origin" since its beginning in 1980 with Mal Meninga and others. And has since been represented on both sides of the coin - New South Wales Blues and Queensland Maroons - across the players and coaching staff.

So, what is State of Origin?

State of Origin is an annual three-game battle played out between two groups of people hailing from either side of Australia's Rugby League heartland - NSW and QLD, a summary by Simon Masterton on the Blues' website said.

"The interstate encounters between NSW...

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Round 19 discusses SuperCoach losers like Sandon Smith and winners like Ryan Papenhuyzen returning from injury.

The Daily Telegraph

Teams are in for round 19 and here are the big SuperCoach talking points.

SUPERCOACH LOSERS FROM TEAMS

* Sandon Smith - Left out of the 17 by the Roosters due to the return of Sam Walker and therefore the most popular sell.

* Cameron Munster - Named on the reserves by the Storm and a player to monitor post-Origin following the passing of his father.

* Corey Horsburgh, Tom Starling, Joseph Tapine, Zac Hosking - The Raiders are on the bye so all four are among the most popular sells.

SUPERCOACH WINNERS FROM TEAMS

* Ryan Papenhuyzen - Named to return from a calf injury after a late withdrawal...

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Round 18 showcased an explosive Team of the Week with record yardage and standout performances.

Zero Tackle

Round 18 delivered one of the most explosive Team of the week line-ups so far, highlighted by a record-breaking yardage effort and multiple big individual hauls.

At fullback, Kaeo Weekes was simply phenomenal for the Raiders, piling up a staggering 354 metres from 20 hit-ups - including 193 post-contact - while scoring a hat-trick and adding 3 line breaks, 4 line break assists, and a try assist in a complete masterclass. On the wings, Reuben Garrick continued his consistent form with 2 tries, 146 metres, and 2 line breaks, while Tyrell Sloan produced a classy double of his own, running...

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