In a clash between the Green Machine and the Sharks at PointsBet Stadium, the Raiders suffered a 24-6 defeat, despite securing their place in the finals.
The Raiders got off to a strong start, with Jordan Rapana scoring the opening try in his 200th NRL game.
Rapana displayed his experience by winning an aerial duel over Connor Tracey, thanks to a pinpoint kick from Jamal Fogarty.
Fogarty successfully converted the try, giving the Green Machine an early 6-0 lead within the first five minutes of the game.