𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐈𝐂 𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐓: 𝐅𝐞𝐰 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐠𝐨, 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐚 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐡 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐢’𝐢 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝟐𝟗 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐚 𝐝𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐚𝐫 𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨…. 𝐒𝐞𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞

𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐁 𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐏𝐎𝐓𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓: 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐡 𝐏𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐢’𝐢 𝐇𝐚𝐬 𝐇𝐚𝐝 𝐎𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐚 𝐑𝐚𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬

Few players have embodied resilience, power, and loyalty quite like Josh Papali’i of the Canberra Raiders.

A cornerstone of the Raiders’ forward pack for over a decade, Papali’i has built a reputation as one of the toughest and most consistent props in the National Rugby League.

A Pillar of Strength

Known for his explosive carries, relentless defense, and leadership on and off the field, Papali’i has been central to Canberra’s most competitive seasons in recent memory. His performances in finals campaigns cemented his reputation as a big-game player.

Leadership Beyond the Field

Beyond statistics, Papali’i’s influence extends into mentoring younger forwards and setting professional standards within the squad. Teammates frequently credit his work ethic and calm presence as crucial elements in the Raiders’ culture.

A Raider Through and Through

In an era where player movement is common, Papali’i’s loyalty to Canberra has made him a fan favorite. The Viking Clap at GIO Stadium often echoes louder when he charges onto the field — a symbol of the deep connection between player and club.

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