PointsBet Stadium will play host to Saturday's Round 1 NRL game between Cronulla Sharks and South Sydney Rabbitohs. The game kicks off at 7:35 pm with South Sydney Rabbitohs heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Cronulla Sharks vs. South Sydney Rabbitohs game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Saturday March 4, 2023 at 7:35 pm
Where: PointsBet Stadium
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Cronulla Sharks vs South Sydney Rabbitohs Odds
Cronulla Sharks vs South Sydney Rabbitohs Preview
The Cronulla Sharks are seeking revenge as they begin their 2023 campaign by hosting the South Sydney Rabbitohs in a Saturday night blockbuster at PointsBet Stadium. The Sharks were eliminated in straight sets from the finals last season by the Rabbitohs, who triumphed over them in a 38-12 victory in the semi-finals. Despite finishing in second place, the Sharks were unable to make it past the Rabbitohs, who went on to be stopped by the all-conquering Panthers in the following week’s game. With the aim of threatening for a top-four spot this year, South Sydney will be looking to build on their previous success.
Nicho Hynes, who won the Dally M Medal comprehensively in his first year with Cronulla, will miss Round 1 due to a calf injury. This will see Braydon Trindall partner with Matt Moylan in the halves. The Sharks will be relying on Hynes’ leadership as they look to make a deep run in the finals this season. Meanwhile, Taane Milne will be suspended for the Rabbitohs and will be replaced by Izaac Thompson on the wing.
The Sharks and Rabbitohs will be eager to make a strong start to the season, with both teams possessing plenty of firepower. It will be interesting to see how the Sharks’ new-look halves pairing fares, and whether they can lead their team to a strong start in their quest for redemption.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping South Sydney Rabbitohs to win at $1.50 odds.
First Try Scorer
First Try Scorer: Alex Johnston at $6.80.
Cronulla Sharks vs South Sydney Rabbitohs Teams
Sharks team: 1. William Kennedy 2. Sione Katoa 3. Jesse Ramien 4. Siosifa Talakai 5. Ronaldo Mulitalo 6. Matt Moylan 7. Braydon Trindall 8. Toby Rudolf 9. Blayke Brailey 10. Braden Hamlin-Uele 11. Briton Nikora 12. Teig Wilton 13. Dale Finucane 14. Cameron McInnes 15. Wade Graham 16. Oregon Kaufusi 17. Jack Williams 18. Connor Tracey 19. Mawene Hiroti 20. Thomas Hazelton 21. Jayden Berrell 22. Niwhai Puru
Rabbitohs team: 1. Latrell Mitchell 2. Alex Johnston 3. Isaiah Tass 4. Campbell Graham 5. Izaac Thompson 6. Cody Walker 7. Lachlan Ilias 8. Tevita Tatola 9. Damien Cook 10. Thomas Burgess 11. Keaon Koloamatangi 12. Jai Arrow 13. Cameron Murray 14. Blake Taaffe 15. Michael Chee Kam 16. Davvy Moale 17. Shaq Mitchell 18. Jed Cartwright 19. Terrell Kalo Kalo 20. Ben Lovett 21. Daniel Suluka-Fifita 22. Josiah Karapani