The Cronulla Sharks are flying high at the top of the NRL ladder coming into Round 8, although a trip to the nation's capital is a tricky task.
It's been a mixed season for the Canberra Raiders so far – at times they have leaked points, but they have also shown they can blow teams away with their attack.
Cronulla came out on top when these two teams faced off last month. Who takes home two points this time?
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Raiders vs Sharks tips and prediction
Based on form, the Sharks deserve to be favourites in this clash.
However, the Raiders are a team you simply cannot be complacent against – Ricky Stuart knows how to make life difficult for visitors.
Canberra are without their star playmaker Jamal Fogarty though, who will miss an extended period with a bicep injury.
They struggled without him for a chunk of the game in Brisbane last week, and while Ethan Strange and Kaeo Weekes are talented young halves, it's a tall task to fill the void of an experienced halfback.
Our prediction: Sharks by 10 points
Raiders vs Sharks history and stats
Overall record: Played 82: Raiders 41 wins, Sharks 41 wins
Who won last time? Sharks by 14 points (March 31, 2024)
Raiders form guide: LWWLL
Sharks form guide: WWWLW
Raiders vs Sharks betting odds
Per bookmaker TAB, the Sharks are the $1.45 favourite to win this match, while the Raiders are the underdogs at $2.75.
How to watch Raiders vs Sharks: TV channel, live stream
Sunday's game is set to be broadcast live on Fox League, with coverage due to begin following the earlier game between the Dolphins and Knights.
Additionally, the clash will also be available on free-to-air across the Nine Network, including streaming platform 9Now.
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TV channel |
Fox League/Channel 9 |
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Live stream |
Kayo/9Now |
This match, and every match across the regular season, will be available for live streaming and replay on Kayo Sports.
Raiders vs Sharks kickoff time
Sunday's game between the Raiders and Sharks will kick off at 4:05 pm AEST on Sunday, April 28.
The game will be played at GIO Stadium in Canberra.
| Timezone | AEST | NZST |
| Kickoff time | 4:05 pm | 6:05 pm |
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