Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has leapt to the defence of Dragons halfback Kyle Flanagan, labelling public criticism of the 26-year-old as “a disgrace” and taking aim at the “so-called fans”.
Shane Flanagan was left fuming at a controversial forward pass call that proved the difference in his side’s loss to the competition leaders.
In his most expansive comments yet on his plans for the Red V, Dragons boss Tim Watsford has revealed the club is in the market for a marquee halfback, while also lashing online bullying towards current No.7 Kyle Flanagan.
Despite suggestions he would rather move overseas than play against the Raiders, Josh Papalii has refused to rule out signing with a rival NRL club for next season.
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Luke Metcalf has once again proved to be the Warriors matchwinner, as the Dragons produced a stunning comeback, only to fall short at the death, despite scoring more tries than New Zealand.
The Dragons may have found their long-term solution at halfback after Lyhkan King-Togia produced the magic they’ve been missing in attack.
Corey Allan may have been lost to rugby league if the Dragons didn’t re-sign him last year while he was out injured.
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