AAMI Park will play host to Friday's Round 4 NRL game between Melbourne Storm and Wests Tigers. The game kicks off at 6:00 pm with Melbourne Storm heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Melbourne Storm vs. Wests Tigers game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Friday March 24, 2023 at 6:00 pm
Where: AAMI Park
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Melbourne Storm vs Wests Tigers Odds
Melbourne Storm vs Wests Tigers Preview
The Melbourne Storm will be looking to break their three-match losing streak at AAMI Park when they host the winless Wests Tigers. A fourth defeat would mark the longest losing streak in club history at the venue.
Last week, the Storm allowed six tries to Gold Coast during a 38-34 loss, which is their equal-highest score conceded since 2014. However, there is good news as Cameron Munster looks set to return from a finger injury. Unfortunately, halves partner Jahrome Hughes will be sidelined after receiving a two-match ban for dangerous contact. That would open the door for Jonah Pezet to get a reprieve after dropping to the reserves.
On the other hand, the Tigers are off to a poor start, being 0-3 for the second straight year, and their preseason optimism is fading. The team has made changes to their backline, with Adam Doueihi moving to fullback, Brandon Wakeham to five-eighth, Charlie Staines to the wing, and David Nofoaluma to the reserves. In addition, Isaiah Papali’i is back from suspension in the forward pack.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Melbourne Storm to win at $1.30 odds.
First Try Scorer
First Try Scorer: Xavier Coates at $7.25.
Melbourne Storm vs Wests Tigers Teams
Storm team: 1. Nick Meaney 2. William Warbrick 3. Reimis Smith 4. Justin Olam 5. Xavier Coates 6. Cameron Munster 7. Jahrome Hughes 8. Tui Kamikamica 9. Harry Grant 10. Christian Welch 11. Trent Loiero 12. Eliesa Katoa 13. Josh King 14. Tyran Wishart 15. Alec MacDonald 16. Tariq Sims 17. Bronson Garlick 18. Tom Eisenhuth 19. Grant Anderson 20. Aaron Pene 21. Sualauvi Faalogo 22. Jonah Pezet
Tigers team: 1. Adam Doueihi 2. Charlie Staines 3. Brent Naden 4. Asu Kepaoa 5. Junior Tupou 6. Brandon Wakeham 7. Luke Brooks 8. Stefano Utoikamanu 9. Apisai Koroisau 10. David Klemmer 11. Isaiah Papali’i 12. John Bateman 13. Fonua Pole 14. Daine Laurie 15. Alex Twal 16. Shawn Blore 17. Alex Seyfarth 18. Starford To’a 19. Joe Ofahengaue 20. Justin Matamua 21. David Nofoaluma 22. Jake Simpkin
