In a big blow to the Canberra Raiders, Josh Papali'i looks set to miss at least the opening two rounds.
But even without their enforcer the Green Machine are still planning to beat the heat in a North Queensland ambush.
Raiders coach Ricky Stuart revealed not only will Papali'i miss their season opener against the Cowboys in Townsville on Saturday, but he'll probably miss their round-two clash against the Redcliffe Dolphins as well.