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Sebastian Tan

DARK SECRETS: Stuart pinning hopes on particular star to help raiders | Rare Historical Photos

Newcastle star Bradman Best has been ruled out of the vital clash with the Raiders in Canberra. (Darren Pateman/AAP PHOTOS)

Newcastle's hopes of cementing their spot inside the NRL's top eight have been dealt a huge blow with star centre Bradman Best ruled out with a calf injury.

The Knights have had to count the cost of a rousing 30-6 victory over Brisbane last round, as Best emerged from the clash with a low-grade calf strain.

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