Raiders seek consistency against Storm in round 7 showdown

In the rhythms of sport, where confidence and form are forever in conversation, the Canberra Raiders welcomed a wounded Melbourne Storm to their home ground seeking something more than a single victory — they sought proof of themselves. Five consecutive losses had left the Storm searching for answers, while the Raiders, carrying the fragile currency of a recent win, understood that one complete performance might reframe an entire season. It is the oldest story in competition: a team that knows what it is capable of, straining to close the distance between potential and proof.