PointsBet Stadium will play host to Saturday's Round 26 NRL game between Cronulla Sharks and New Zealand Warriors. The game kicks off at 7:35 pm with Cronulla Sharks heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Cronulla Sharks vs. New Zealand Warriors game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Saturday August 31, 2024 at 7:35 pm
Where: PointsBet Stadium
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Cronulla Sharks vs New Zealand Warriors Odds
Cronulla Sharks vs New Zealand Warriors Preview
Cronulla is peaking at the right time, aiming to secure a top-four spot and push for a home qualifying final as they face the Warriors on Saturday night. The Sharks are on a four-match winning streak, including decisive away victories over the Titans (44-0) and Dragons (38-0). Their makeshift halves and a depleted backline excelled in a strong showing against the Dragons, indicating they are hitting form.
Nicho Hynes may return after eight weeks out, with Sione Katoa and Siosifa Talakai confirmed to return, replacing suspended Jesse Ramien.
The Warriors faltered in a 34-18 home loss to Canterbury, continuing a trend of uninspired attack and defensive lapses. They have made several changes, including Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and Adam Pompey out, with Ali Leiataua and Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad stepping in.
Cronulla has won 16 of their last 22 against the Warriors, and their current form suggests another crucial win is likely.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Cronulla Sharks to win at $1.18 odds.
First Try Scorer
First Try Scorer: Sione Katoa at $7.50.
Cronulla Sharks vs New Zealand Warriors Teams
Sharks team: 1. William Kennedy 2. Sione Katoa 3. Siosifa Talakai 4. Kayal Iro 5. Samuel Stonestreet 6. Daniel Atkinson 7. Braydon Trindall 8. Toby Rudolf 9. Blayke Brailey 10. Oregon Kaufusi 11. Briton Nikora 12. Teig Wilton 13. Cameron McInnes 14. Jack Williams 15. Royce Hunt 16. Braden Hamlin-Uele 17. Thomas Hazelton 18. Chris Veaila 19. Tuku Hau Tapuha 20. Jayden Berrell 21. Billy Burns 22. Nicho Hynes
Warriors team: 1. Taine Tuaupiki 2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak 3. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad 4. Ali Leiataua 5. Marcelo Montoya 6. Luke Metcalf 7. Shaun Johnson 8. Addin Fonua-Blake 9. Wayde Egan 10. Mitchell Barnett 11. Marata Niukore 12. Kurt Capewell 13. Dylan Walker 14. Freddy Lussick 15. Tom Ale 16. Jazz Tevaga 17. Demitric Sifakula 18. Chanel Harris-Tavita 20. Leka Halasima 21. Edward Kosi 22. Paul Roache 23. Jacob Laban
