In a crucial clash with significant finals implications, the Canberra Raiders will go head-to-head with the Cronulla Sharks in what promises to be an exhilarating showdown.
If the Newcastle Knights suffer a defeat against the St.
George Illawarra Dragons on Saturday night, the Sharks and Raiders will battle it out for fifth place and the advantage of hosting a home final in the first week of the playoffs.
However, if the North Queensland Cowboys manage to triumph over the Penrith Panthers, and the Knights emerge victorious against the Dragons, the Raiders could potentially drop out of the top eight altogether due to their inferior points differential.