The Dolphins have shaken off a plethora of star absences to secure a fourth-straight NRL victory for the first time in club history, powering past Canberra 30-22 at GIO Stadium.
Without fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, winger Selwyn Cobbo, prop Thomas Flegler and lock Max Plath because of State of Origin duties, the Dolphins faced an uphill battle to overcome last year's minor premiers on Thursday night.
Star centre Herbie Farnworth (hamstring tightness) and five-eighth Kodi Nikorima (hamstring) also compounded their player shortage, but they looked unfazed as their pulsating attack and solid defence caused havoc for the Raiders.
However, questions will be asked of the officials after a series of 50/50 calls fell the visitors' way, including most crucially a second-half decision that led to a penalty goal.
