Star duo Latrell Mitchell and Jack Wighton are due to face court a week before the NRL season kicks off after being arrested and charged over an incident outside a Canberra nightclub.
Canberra Raiders front rower Josh Papalii has retained his spot in the Queensland side for the State of Origin decider on Wednesday 13 July, while teammate Jack Wighton has missed out on the 17 for NSW.
Latrell Mitchell may have eased Brad Fittler's centres headache by ruling himself out of the State of Origin decider but the NSW coach must still decide whether to stick or twist.
NSW's hopes of levelling the State of Origin series against Queensland in Perth have been dealt a big blow with centre Jack Wighton contracting COVID-19.
Jack Wighton's growth and adaptability have him best placed to handle the switch to centre for NSW in State of Origin, according to Canberra coach Ricky Stuart.
Jack Wighton is certain he is ready to return to centre for NSW after even he was caught off guard by Brad Fittler's shock call to start him in Game I.
Five-eighth Jack Wighton will return from suspension as the Raiders looks to make it three straight wins when they take on the Rabbitohs in Dubbo on Sunday.
A look back at round one of the 2022 NRL season with Canberra claiming a thrilling win over the Sharks, while Newcastle pulled off the upset of the round.
Canberra Raiders superstar Jack Wighton said he's looking forward to playing his 200th NRL match as the club prepares to start their season on Friday night.
