LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
In a thrilling match, the Bulldogs secured a remarkable victory over the Raiders, overcoming a 20-point deficit to win 32-20.
Rather than focus on his own potential selection for the Origin team, Reed Mahoney praised his captain, Stephen Crichton, for his leadership and performance.
Crichton shone in the game, amassing 161 metres, breaking four tackles, and assisting in two tries, effectively exploiting the Raiders' left edge defense.
The Bulldogs' resurgence mirrored a historic comeback from 2001, when they also trailed 20-0 against the Northern Eagles and ultimately triumphed 32-30.
This latest victory occurred in front of the largest regular season crowd in Canberra in three decades, showcasing the significance of the match.