Canberra Raiders Cup: Round Eight Preview

Round eight of the Canberra Raiders Cup features four exciting match ups across the region that are sure to shake up the competition.

Tuggeranong Bushrangers vs Belconnen United Sharks, 3:00pm, Saturday at Greenway Oval

The Tuggeranong Bushrangers will be playing host again this weekend, this time against the Belconnen United Sharks.

Fresh off a hard-fought 16-14 victory against the Queanbeyan Kangaroos, the Bushrangers have continued to show their determination to climb up the ladder.

"It's always a tough game with them, obviously they got us in the Grand Final last year, but on the weekend was very pleasing from us," said Bushrangers hooker Liam Oakley. 

"We're starting to put a bit of form together which is very pleasing for us, so hopefully we can build into this week again and get another win." 

The Belconnen United Sharks also secured a win last weekend, claiming a ten-point victory against the Yass Magpies.

"We've set our standards pretty high on how we play, our execution is getting there, we're starting to gel as a squad so I think we could've done a bit better than we did last week, but a win is a win," said Sharks prop Tommy Watego. 

"Come this week, we're looking to make a stamping on the competition and mark our name in this competition that we are a threat." 

With both teams eager to carry over their winning momentum, this Saturday’s match at Greenway Oval is sure to be one to watch.

Woden Valley Rams vs Gungahlin Bulls, 3:00pm, Saturday at Phillip Oval

The Woden Valley Rams are gearing up to host the Gungahlin Bulls this Saturday afternoon.

Coming off a bye last weekend, the Rams will be coming into the contest rested and ready to claim another victory, following their six-point win against the Sharks the weekend before.

On the other hand, the Bulls are fresh off a narrow 28-26 loss to the Goulburn City Bulldogs.

Despite the loss, the Bulls displayed resilience with centre Earldric Pehara and winger Ethan Miller both crossing for doubles.

There’s no doubt the Bulls will be hoping to redeem themselves this weekend as they go head-to-head against the Rams on Saturday afternoon.

Queanbeyan Kangaroos vs Yass Magpies, 3:00pm, Saturday at Seears Workwear Oval

The Yass Magpies will be travelling this weekend as they play the Queanbeyan Kangaroos at Seears Workwear Oval.

Fresh off a 32-22 loss against Belconnen United, the Magpies will be eager to bounce back this weekend.

Despite the loss, the Magpies never gave up on the contest with an impressive performance from centre Lekani Mpaso crossing for a double. 

On the other hand, the Kangaroos will be eager to bounce back this weekend after a two-point-loss against the Bushrangers last Saturday.

In the hard-fought battle, the Kangaroos crossed for three tries through Matthew Wheatley, Jake Kiely, and Thomas Williams.

With both teams’ fresh off losses and hungry for success, expect an exciting clash this Saturday afternoon at Seears Workwear Oval.

Goulburn City Bulldogs vs West Belconnen Warriors, 3:00pm, Saturday at Workers Arena

The Goulburn City Bulldogs will be returning home to Workers Arena to face the West Belconnen Warriors this Saturday afternoon.

The Bulldogs will be riding high with confidence after securing their first win of the season against the Gungahlin Bulls last weekend.

An impressive performance from Bulldogs winger Jesse Lacey crossing the line for a double was instrumental in their success.

Meanwhile, the West Belconnen Warriors will be looking to redeem themselves following a 34-22 defeat against the Queanbeyan Blues last weekend.

The Bulldogs will aim to their carry over their momentum, while the Warriors will be eager to bounce back after a disappointing loss and continue their climb up the ladder.

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