LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The Canberra Raiders are set to clash with the undefeated and top-ranked Roosters in Sydney following their third consecutive victory.
In their previous match, the Raiders started strong by scoring two tries early on. However, the Tigers fought back and managed to equalize by halftime.
Skipper Zahara Temara clinched the win just two minutes into extra time by successfully kicking a field goal, marking her milestone match with a stellar performance.
Coach Darrin Borthwick has decided to keep the same lineup as last week, with Georgia Thomas remaining as the 18th player.
The Roosters have dominated this season, including a significant 30-nil victory over the Cowboys last weekend.
In their most recent encounter, the Roosters emerged victorious against the Raiders with a score of 34 - 20 in round six of 2024.
Tufuga is recognized for her powerful and fearless playing style, adept at breaking through defensive lines. Despite the Raiders' rocky start this season, she has consistently averaged 140 running metres per game and completed 137 tackles.