Canberra Raiders players are uniting behind Josh Papali'i prior to his farewell match. Teammates have pledged to "carry on what he's built" as his tenure with the squad ends. Media outlets characterize the event as arguably the biggest farewell since Mal Meninga's. Teammate Tapine mentioned he is excited to celebrate "Papa's week" with his squad.
These touching send-offs have brought tears and a beer ban for the players. Aside from the moving tribute, the club also confronts an injury blow ahead of the Tigers clash.