Bulldogs v Raiders: Critta set for comeback; Timoko good to go

The Bulldogs became 'the Entertainers' in their big win over the Broncos after putting on an as-yet-unseen attacking display in their 41-16 win.

Heading out to play in front of what's set to be a sellout crowd at Belmore Sports Ground to host fellow Round 21 winners the Canberra Raiders, Cameron Ciraldo's men will be aiming to continue their winning ways.

Speaking after the match in Brisbane, Ciraldo said he hoped to have captain Stephen Crichton back from a pinched nerve in his neck that ruled him out in Brisbane, but speedster Josh Addo-Carr is likely another week away. Max King and Jaeman Salmon remain sidelined. 

The Raiders were relatively untroubled in their victory over the Rabbitohs last round, with a double to Jordan Rapana and another strong showing for halfback Jamal Fogarty in his second game back from a biceps injury ensuring the win.

Canberra centre Matt Timoko was charged for a shoulder charge, but is free to play following an early guilty plea where he pay a fine. 

Before their win over South Sydney, the club confirmed that forward Pasami Saulo has been ruled out for the season with a lower back injury and will undergo surgery with an expected return during the 2025 pre-season. Young fullback Chevy Stewart is also set to miss the the next three-to-four matches with an ankle injury.