Live: Fullback reshuffle as Raiders gun ruled out with injury
Canberra Raiders have been forced into a backline reshuffle ahead of their match against the Gold Coast Titans due to Ethan Strange's ankle injury. Kaeo Weekes has moved from fullback into the halves, while Daine Laurie is expected to take on a pivotal role in the spine. The changes come as the Raiders aim to regain form in a challenging fixture on the Gold Coast.
- ▪Ethan Strange is ruled out with an ankle injury, prompting a Raiders backline reshuffle.
- ▪Kaeo Weekes shifts from fullback to the halves, though coach Ricky Stuart expects him to play mostly at fullback.
- ▪Daine Laurie is anticipated to fill the pivot role in the Raiders' revised spine.
- ▪Joe Roddy and Morgan Smithies start in the back row and at lock, respectively, replacing Ata Mariota and Jayden Brailey on the bench.
- ▪The match marks part of a busy NRL Saturday featuring the Titans vs Raiders, Eels vs Warriors, and Roosters vs Broncos.
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