Canberra have been given a major boost, with in-form wingers set to bolster the Raiders at a crucial stage of their preparations as momentum builds ahead of the new season.
The return of the outside backs comes as welcome news for a side that has been seeking greater strike and consistency on the edges. Their recent form had been a bright spot, and their availability now adds balance to a Raiders lineup aiming to take the next step.
Coaching staff are understood to be confident the wingers will slot back in seamlessly, having maintained strong conditioning standards during their time away. Their combination work and finishing ability are expected to sharpen Canberra’s attacking threat, particularly in yardage sets and transition play.
The boost also provides valuable selection flexibility. With competition for spots increasing, the Raiders can now manage workloads more carefully while maintaining pressure across the backline.
Beyond the immediate impact, the return signals stability — something Canberra has been building toward after a period of fluctuation. Having in-form players available at the right time often proves decisive across a long season.
For Raiders fans, the timing couldn’t be better. With preparations intensifying and expectations growing, the return of key outside backs injects confidence into a squad looking to convert promise into results.
