GIO Stadium will play host to Friday's Round 20 NRL game between Canberra Raiders and New Zealand Warriors. The game kicks off at 8:00 pm with Canberra Raiders heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Canberra Raiders vs. New Zealand Warriors game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Friday July 19, 2024 at 8:00 pm
Where: GIO Stadium
Bet: Bet On This Match HERE
Canberra Raiders vs New Zealand Warriors Odds
Canberra Raiders vs New Zealand Warriors Preview
Round 20 starts with a crucial clash between finals contenders: Canberra, on a four-game losing streak, hosts a Warriors side struggling with injuries.
The Raiders, 11th with 20 points, have faltered recently, with recent losses to North Queensland, Wests, Melbourne, and Newcastle. They welcome back key players Jamal Fogarty, Hudson Young, and Zac Hosking, while Kaeo Weekes stays at fullback.
The Warriors, just a point behind in 12th, are missing Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, Marcelo Montoya, and Tohu Harris. Taine Tuaupiki will debut at fullback, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck moves to the wing, and Ali Leiataua steps in at centre. Mitch Barnett and Kurt Capewell are also in contention after Origin.
The Warriors have won their last three against the Raiders, including a 36-14 victory in Canberra last season. With both teams fighting for survival, expect a tight, low-scoring affair. Canberra is narrowly favoured at $1.70.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Canberra Raiders to win at $1.70 odds.
First Try Scorer
First Try Scorer: Dallin Watene-Zelezniak at $8.25.
Canberra Raiders vs New Zealand Warriors Teams
Raiders team: 1. Kaeo Weekes 2. Jordan Rapana 3. Matthew Timoko 4. Sebastian Kris 5. Xavier Savage 6. Ethan Strange 7. Jamal Fogarty 8. Josh Papali’i 9. Tom Starling 10. Joseph Tapine 11. Hudson Young 12. Elliott Whitehead 13. Morgan Smithies 14. Danny Levi 15. Trey Mooney 16. Ata Mariota 17. Zac Hosking 18. Adam Cook 19. Albert Hopoate 20. Simi Sasagi 21. Zac Woolford 22. Emre Guler
Warriors team: 1. Taine Tuaupiki 2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak 3. Ali Leiataua 4. Adam Pompey 5. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck 6. Chanel Harris-Tavita 7. Te Maire Martin 8. Addin Fonua-Blake 9. Wayde Egan 10. Mitchell Barnett 11. Marata Niukore 12. Kurt Capewell 13. Dylan Walker 14. Freddy Lussick 15. Jackson Ford 16. Jazz Tevaga 17. Leka Halasima 18. Tom Ale 20. Bunty Afoa 21. Edward Kosi 22. Moala Graham-Taufa 23. Jacob Laban