LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The upcoming match between the Raiders and Dragons is crucial for the Dragons as they aim to keep their finals hopes alive.
Historically, the Dragons have struggled during their road trips to Canberra, and they need to overcome this trend on Saturday.
According to nrl.com.au, the Dragons showed promising signs in their recent match against the Eels, delivering one of their best performances of the season in the first half.
They managed to withstand a heavy injury toll to secure a tense victory at WIN Stadium.
On the other hand, the Raiders are currently leading the ladder with a record of 13-3 after a hard-fought win over the Knights.
With two byes remaining in their schedule, the Raiders are in a strong position to secure their first minor premiership since 1990.
Last season, the only matchup between these teams saw the Raiders come from behind, overcoming a 14-point deficit at halftime to win 26-24, thanks to a late try by Corey Horsburgh.
As the Dragons look to turn their fortunes around, it will be essential for them to capitalize on their recent form against the top-performing Raiders.