The Raiders defeated the Dragons 24-16, overcoming tough weather to keep their 2026 campaign alive.
The Toyota Forklifts Canberra Raiders have battled cold and wet Canberra conditions to secure a 24-16 victory against the St George Illawarra Dragons, keeping their 2026 campaign alive.
With chilly and overcast conditions settling in over GIO Stadium Canberra, the Raiders and Dragons both knuckled down in desperate search of a victory.
After having ample opportunities through the opening stages of the game, Tyrell Sloan ensured the Dragons opened the scoring in the ninth minute, streaking away from defenders following a Raiders knock on.
Having looked to have struck back shortly after, the Bunker overturned Ethan Strange's try in the 15th minute following a knock-on before grounding.
Regardless of affording the Dragons a bulk of field position and opportunities, Canberra...