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Four injured stars should return for Brisbane next week, according to Kevin Walters, but not before the team has to overcome a formidable and in-form Canberra team.

Prop Payne Haas (knee), winger Deine Mariner (back), captain Adam Reynolds (hamstring), and second-rower Brendan Piakura (ankle) are all expected to be healthy for the round-eight match against Wests Tigers, according to Walters, who won the first of his six NRL premierships as a Raider in 1989.

“(Haas) will be right for next week,” Walters declared prior to the Raiders’ visit on Saturday night.

“I’m excited that Adam is running well and will be ready for next week.

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READ NOW “I’m excited to see how that plays out tomorrow because Jack (Madden) is back in there at halftime and he’s been working hard to get it right for us.

“We need to finish this week first, but Brendan seems to be doing well. That will happen next week. We must put up a fantastic show for our supporters at home.”

The Raiders and Broncos faced off in iconic games during the 1990s as they went on to win a combined six championships.

The Raiders defeated the Broncos in a grueling game played at Suncorp Stadium last year, 20-14.

“They are well coached, have some really good players in their group and have had a good start to the season, but we’re up for the challenge,” Walters stated.

“Some of the best Raiders-Broncos games from the 1990s come to mind, and this one won’t be any different. We are excited about the contest, especially with our forwards. It will be fantastic.

“Canberra have a tough side and are very gritty, so it will be a good experience for our fellas.”

The Broncos have missed Haas’ work ethic and influence, but Walters is thrilled with Tyro Prop Xavier’s development.

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comradely praise Lock and acting captain Pat Carrigan will need to be supported by Corey Jensen and Fletcher Baker as they fire against the Raiders pack.

“Patty has been leading the pack, but he has been well supported by the other guys and this game is another great opportunity for those guys to excel at home,” Walters stated.

“And just be very disciplined and doing the little things in the game like running hard and making your tackles and being effective.”