Maroons say they don't need biff as Gallen and Papalii prepare for face-off
Jon Tuxworth Former Queensland hooker Kerrod Walters says the Maroons won't be bothered by the NRL's hard-line stance on fighting, insisting they would view winning Origin II as the ultimate square-up.
Papalii can add grunt to Maroons
Jon Tuxworth Canberra coach David Furner believes Josh Papalii's maturity and big-game mentality has him well equipped to absorb the hype surrounding a potential rematch with Paul Gallen in State of Origin II.
Sing it from the rooftops: how Raiders renegades became Blues brothers
Jon Tuxworth The whirlwind transformation of Blake Ferguson and Josh Dugan from booze brothers to Blues brothers is complete after Dugan was named in the NSW side on Sunday for State of Origin II.
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Civoniceva backs Shillington to rise
Jon Tuxworth He's been dumped to Canberra's bench and was quiet for the Maroons, but Petero Civoniceva has faith in David Shillington.
League
Manua helps Papalii get back on track
Jon Tuxworth A former fringe NRL player is helping John Papalii, brother of Raiders enforcer Josh, keep his own NRL dream alive.
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Judiciary could decide Papalii's Origin fate
Jon Tuxworth A moment of madness could cost Josh Papalii a maiden Queensland jersey after he was placed on report in Canberra’s 30-18 win over Brisbane at Canberra Stadium on Monday night.
Rugby League
Papalii, Campese avoid suspension
Jon Tuxworth Canberra Raiders stars Josh Papalii and Terry Campese have avoided suspension after both players were placed on report in Monday's 30-18 win over Brisbane at Canberra Stadium.
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Gallen right to pick fight: White
Jon Tuxworth Former NSW prop Brett White remembers his 2009 punch-up with Steve Price as a line-in-the sand against bullying by the Maroons.
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Papalii vows to muscle up for Origin
Jon Tuxworth Canberra wrecking ball Josh Papalii has warned Penrith he intends to return to his aggressive best on Saturday.
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What we learned: Raiders v Knights
Jon Tuxworth Josh Papalii, Blake Ferguson and Sandor Earl's devastating right-edge partnership is back.
Gallen versus Papalii round two? The Shark's not biting
Jon Tuxworth Cronulla coach Shane Flanagan insists Paul Gallen won't be driven by a desire to ''square up'' with Josh Papalii on Sunday after he accused the Canberra enforcer of a ''dog shot'' last season.
Rugby League
Raiders put faith in reformed Ferguson
Jon Tuxworth No new conditions to come now that alcohol ban has expired for star centre.
Rugby League
Sharks refuse to bait Papalii
Jon Tuxworth Cronulla coach Shane Flanagan insists Paul Gallen won't be driven by a desire to ''square up'' with Josh Papalii on Sunday.
League
Papalii prepares for return bout with Sharks
Jon Tuxworth Josh Papalii admits he was rattled by the ''media cloud'' after last year's spiteful finals battle.
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Shillington is 'built for Origin'
Jon Tuxworth Queensland Origin legend Petero Civoniceva has endorsed David Shillington fill his vacant starting spot.
Rugby League
Blue Raiders hold promise in Origin fight
Jon Tuxworth Raiders and NSW under 20s playmaker Mitch Cornish says the exciting crop of Blues youngsters can forge their own dynasty.
Rugby League
Raiders coach takes aim at late hit on utility
Jon Tuxworth Canberra Raiders under-20 coach Mick Mantelli has branded a vicious shoulder charge that left utility Matt Frawley with brain bruising as a ''pretty blatant and intentional'' act.
League
Papalii cites family as reason to stay
Jon Tuxworth Back-rower rubbishes claims Canberra pressured him to backflip on Eels contract.
Eel that slipped away: Papalii cites family as reason for staying
Jon Tuxworth Josh Papalii has rubbished claims Canberra pressured him to backflip on a contract he signed with Parramatta, insisting family considerations were the decisive factor.
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Nicholls' great early form throws down challenge to White
Jon Tuxworth Brett White and Tom Learoyd-Lahrs are vying for the final bench spot for the Raiders' season opener at Penrith.
