The Canberra Raiders head into their Round 17 showdown with the St George Illawarra Dragons with forward Sam Sasagi rejoining the squad. Prop James Young remains a starter, preserving his reliable defence. Both clubs have mixed early‑season form, and the game is scheduled for Sunday night at Canberra Stadium.
A Canberra winger was hooked after a troubled early period, restricting his play. Raiders plan to leverage Sasagi’s return and Young’s consistency. The Dragons have to tighten their backline to remain competitive.