Mark Nawaqanitawase has made a triumphant return from ankle surgery, providing the fireworks to power the Sydney Roosters to a rousing 26-0 victory against Canberra.
After a glittering start to their NRL season, the Roosters' star-studded side were held to a mere 16 points in the past two rounds, raising questions of their premiership credentials.
But Trent Robinson's men (8-4) showed that they shouldn't be ruled out as they transformed from their error-riddled performance against Melbourne last Saturday, at a nippy GIO Stadium on Friday.
Nawaqanitawase's trio of tries, 164 run metres, and eight tackle busts proved crucial on the night, providing a timely reminder for NSW coach Laurie Daley of why he deserves a spot on the team for State of Origin game two on June 17.
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