LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
In the upcoming NRL match, the Canberra Raiders are set to face off against the Gold Coast Titans at GIO Stadium following contrasting performances in their last games.
The Raiders experienced a strong first half against the Bulldogs but ultimately suffered a tough second-half defeat.
They will be eager to bounce back and make a statement this weekend.
On the other hand, the Titans enjoyed a thrilling 24-20 victory over the Newcastle Knights, pulling off four unanswered tries in a remarkable comeback.
This success has undoubtedly energised them as they head into the match against the Raiders.
Both teams view this game as critical, serving as final origin tryouts for key players like Hudson Young, Corey Horsburgh, Beau Fermor, and Tino Fa'asuamaleau, indicating that fans can expect standout performances.
The previous encounter between these teams saw the Raiders mount an impressive 30-20 comeback against the Titans in round seven, 2025, at CBUS Super Stadium.
Historically, the Raiders have had the upper hand, winning 19 out of 32 matches against the Titans since 1998, giving them a winning efficiency rate of 59.4%.
With both teams motivated - the Raiders to rebound and the Titans to avenge their past loss - fans can anticipate an exciting showdown this Sunday.