Halves shake-up at the Canberra Raiders as Aidan Sezer takes …
Aidan Sezer is stepping up as the primary playmaker for the Canberra Raiders heading into the 2019 NRL season, forming the No. 7 halfback alongside a new partner .
After three seasons with Blake Austin at No. 6, the club has parted ways with Austin, leaving Sezer to adapt to a fresh combination .
Sezer’s Role & Outlook
Coming into this season, Sezer aims to lean on his strengths — especially his left-foot kicking and game organization — as the chief on-field strategist .
Donning the No. 7 jersey again, the focus is on defensive grit, with coach Ricky Stuart emphasising structure over flair .
Potential Partners
The No. 6 jersey is up for grabs. Options include:
Sam Williams (a durable, experienced deputy)
Ata Hingano (returning post-injury)
Jack Wighton, moved from fullback to five-eighth — bringing a strong defensive presence and ball-running threat .
Sezer becomes the central steerer, responsible for game management and guiding team structure.
His halves partner will be chosen primarily for defensive toughness and ball-running grit.
There’s a clear shift from attacking spectacle toward a hard-nosed, defence-first approach.
