{"id":64017,"date":"2025-10-17T01:25:17","date_gmt":"2025-10-17T01:25:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.letsportsrock.com\/?p=64017"},"modified":"2025-10-17T01:25:17","modified_gmt":"2025-10-17T01:25:17","slug":"canberra-raiders-head-coach-ricky-stuart-targeting-david-fifita-to-replace-hudson-young-as-lead-defenseman-in-the-back-row-i-believe-i-made-the-best-decision-read-more-4","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.letsportsrock.com\/?p=64017","title":{"rendered":"Canberra Raiders Head Coach Ricky Stuart Targeting David Fifita to Replace Hudson Young as Lead Defenseman in the Back Row, \u201cI believe I made the best decision\u2026 read more&#8230;"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"d79db4796efc26332eabfc3f5dafbc76\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<div class=\"hb-ad-inarticle\">\r\n    <div class=\"hb-ad-inner\"> \r\n    <div class=\"hbagency_cls\"  id=\"hbagency_space_111930\"><\/div><\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Canberra Raiders Head Coach Ricky Stuart Targeting David Fifita to Replace Hudson Young as Lead Defenseman in the Back Row, \u201cI believe I made the best decision\u2026 read more<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>BREAKING NEWS: Canberra Raiders head coach Ricky Stuart is reportedly targeting Gold Coast Titans powerhouse David Fifita as a direct replacement for Hudson Young, who is rumored to be exploring opportunities abroad. Stuart, known for his tactical brilliance and eye for young talent, believes Fifita\u2019s strength, defensive aggression, and versatility make him the ideal fit to lead the Raiders\u2019 back row next season.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In a statement, Stuart hinted at his confidence in the move, saying, \u201cI believe I made the best decision for the future of this club. We need leaders who can dominate both in defense and attack.\u201d The Raiders have been working quietly behind the scenes to finalize the potential deal, which could become one of the NRL\u2019s biggest transfers of 2026.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Fifita\u2019s arrival would not only bolster Canberra\u2019s defense but also bring explosive energy to their offensive plays, giving the Raiders a renewed edge. Fans have already expressed excitement online, seeing the move as a sign the team is preparing for a major comeback season. 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