2024 NRL Round 24 Betting Predictions
Round 24 of the NRL season kicks off with a blockbuster clash in Penrith as the Panthers take on the Storm. Could this be a Grand Final preview?
Penrith Panthers (2nd) vs Melbourne Storm (1st)
The Panthers stormed home to beat the Eels last week 36-34. They scored 3 tries in the last 15 mins to steal a famous win. It keeps their minor premiership hopes alive and a win over Melbourne will help even more.
After a shock 18-16 loss against the Dragons, the Storm got back on track with a 28-16 win over Souths in Sydney last Thursday night. They're back on Thursday night footy with a tough challenge against the Panthers in Penrith. They beat them in Round 1 8-0 but that was a long time ago
The Under is 6-0 at BlueBet Stadium between these two sides.
Stadium Record
Penrith are 8-2 in their last 10 games at this venue. Melbourne are 0-2 at this venue since 2018.
Head to Head Record
In the last 10, the Panthers hold a 6-4 record.
Best Bet
Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles (6th) vs New Zealand Warriors (14th)
The Sea Eagles smashed the Raiders 46-24 and now find themselves 6th on the ladder. So finals footy could be there for the taking for the first time since 2021.
The Warriors suffered a golden point loss against the Dolphins last week 34-32. It kind of sums up their season of inconsistency. They've now lost 4 of their last 5 and it's been a disappointing season.
The Over is 11-1 in the last 12 meetings.
Stadium Record
Manly are 8-2 in their last 10 games at this venue. Since 2018, New Zealand have a 1-2 record at this venue.
Head to Head Record
The Sea Eagles are 3-1 (1 draw) against the Warriors in the last 5.
Best Bet
Sydney Roosters (3rd) vs Parramatta Eels (16th)
The Roosters are sitting nicely, they're 3rd on the ladder and come off the bye. They beat the Dolphins 40-34 in Round 22 and have scored 34+ pts in their last 2 weeks. So that should give the Eels defence a lot to handle.
The Eels will be disappointed about last week's collapse against the Panthers. After leading comfortably, they let in 3 late tries. So they'll try to bounce back.
Parra should be able to cover this massive line, they almost beat the Panthers last week.
Stadium Record
Sydney are 4-1 in their last 5 games at this venue. Parramatta are 1-1 at this venue since 2018.
Head to Head Record
Since 2018, the Roosters are 8-2 against the Eels.
Best Bet
Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs (5th) vs Dolphins (8th)
The Doggies are looking for a 4th straight win this Saturday. They beat the Dragons 28-10 last round and now sit 5th on the ladder. But they would love a top 4 finish.
The Dolphins are back after breaking a 3 game losing streak. They held off the Warriors 34-32 in golden point. But their defence needs to improve, they've given up 30+ pts in 2 straight games.
The Dogs are 9-0 at home and playing great footy.
Stadium Record
Canterbury are 1-1 at this venue since 2018. The Dolphins are 0-1.
Head to Head Record
The Bulldogs are 1-0 against the Dolphins since 2018.
Best Bet
Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs -5.5 = $1.85
North Queensland Cowboys (7th) vs Canberra Raiders (11th)
The Cowboys 3 game winning streak ended at the hands of the Broncos last week in a woeful defensive display. They gave up 42 pts in the derby. So they'll be eager to bounce back at home this Saturday.
The Raiders are just outside the top 8 but have lost their last 2 games. So this is a crucial game for their chances of making the finals.
The Underdog is 7-0 ATS in the last 7 meetings.
Stadium Record
North Queensland are 5-5 in their last 10 games at this venue. Canberra are 1-3 at this venue since 2018.
Head to Head Record
In the last 5 meetings, the Cowboys hold a 5-0 record against the Raiders.
Best Bet
Wests Tigers (17th) vs South Sydney Rabbitohs (15th)
The Tigers are looking to end a 7 game losing streak this week. They come off a 34-18 loss against the Knights and have conceded 28+ pts in all 7 losses.
Souths are also on a losing streak, going down in 3 straight games. They battled against the Storm last week in a 28-16 defeat. But they should be able to have success against the leaking Tigers.
Hard to trust the Tigers at this venue and they're 0-7 ATS.
Stadium Record
Wests are 1-9 in their last 10 games at this venue. South Sydney are 2-1 since 1997.
Head to Head Record
In the last 10 meetings, the Rabbitohs have won 8 games against the Tigers.
Best Bet
South Sydney Rabbitohs -5.5 = $1.90
St. George Illawarra Dragons (9th) vs Gold Coast Titans (13th)
After an excellent win in Melbourne, the Dragons fell back into old habits last week in a 28-10 loss against the Dogs. They fell out of the top 8 too, so this is a must-win home game against the Titans.
Gold Coast were terrible last week in a 44-0 loss against the Sharks at home. It was extra disappointing after a 46-18 win over the Broncos. So they must regroup on Sunday.
The Under is 4-0 when the Titans are playing away and hopefully both sides bring defence.
Stadium Record
St. George are 3-2 in their last 5 games at this venue. Gold Coast are 0-5.
Head to Head Record
The Dragons are 3-2 against the Titans in the last 5.
Best Bet
Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks (4th) vs Newcastle Knights (10th)
The Sharkies look to be back in form after a 44-0 win over the Titans and previously 20-6 over Souths. Their defence has been solid and that will be the key against the Knights.
The Knights finally got a win after 3 straight defeats, beating the Tigers 34-18. They're 10th on the ladder so they need to get the 2 pts here.
The Under is 6-1 when the Sharks play the Knights at home.
Stadium Record
In their last 10 games at the PointsBet Stadium, Cronulla hold a 8-2 record. Newcastle are 0-5 since 2015.
Head to Head Record
In the last 10 meetings, the head to head is squared at 5-5.
Best Bet
