Queensland Country Bank Stadium will play host to Saturday's Round 21 NRL game between North Queensland Cowboys and Cronulla Sharks. The game kicks off at 5:30 pm with North Queensland Cowboys heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the North Queensland Cowboys vs. Cronulla Sharks game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Saturday July 27, 2024 at 5:30 pm

Where: Queensland Country Bank Stadium

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North Queensland Cowboys vs Cronulla Sharks Preview

North Queensland faces Cronulla in a crucial clash as the Cowboys aim for a Top 8 spot and the Sharks look to rebound from a slide. The Cowboys, who’ve won six of their last eight, are fresh off a tight victory over the Bulldogs, with Heilum Luki and Jaxon Purdue shining. Purdue shifts to the centers, and Valentine Holmes moves to the wing for this game.

The third-placed Sharks, coming off a bye, recently crushed the Wests Tigers 58-6, with Ronaldo Mulitalo and Sione Katoa scoring five tries between them. Debutant Liam Ison will replace the suspended Will Kennedy at fullback, and Siosifa Talakai returns from suspension.

Cronulla has dominated recent encounters, winning 11 of their last 12 against North Queensland. Despite a strong away record, the Sharks are missing key players, giving the Cowboys a fighting chance at home.