Furner's men to test credentials It's the six weeks of hell the Canberra Raiders hope will have them steeled for a charge towards the NRL's top four.
The Raiders face the toughest run into the finals of any team, going up against five of the top-six sides and the unpredictable New Zealand Warriors in Auckland.
It starts with Sunday's home clash with the Melbourne Storm.
Aiding the Raiders (10-8) in their quest to make it 13 straight wins at home is the possible late inclusions of centre Jack Wighton and prop Tom Learoyd-Lahrs.
Both players were put through their paces on Saturday and coach David Furner rates both ''very close'' to returning from injury to face the defending premier.
After winning their past three games against opponents closer to the bottom of the ladder, Furner is relishing the opportunity to gauge his team's progress.
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Topic: Two possible late inclusions could aid Raiders against Storm
