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North Queensland Cowboys vs Melbourne Storm Tips, Odds, Betting and Predictions – NRL 2024

Queensland Country Bank Stadium will play host to Thursday's Round 26 NRL game between North Queensland Cowboys and Melbourne Storm. The game kicks off at 7:50 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. Melbourne Storm game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Thursday August 29, 2024 at 7:50 pm

Where: Queensland Country Bank Stadium

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North Queensland Cowboys vs Melbourne Storm Odds

North Queensland Cowboys vs Melbourne Storm Preview

With the minor premiership secured, the Melbourne Storm’s decision to rest key players has dramatically shifted the dynamics of their clash with the North Queensland Cowboys. Last week, the Storm crushed the Dolphins 48-6, marking 10 wins from their last 11 games. However, Craig Bellamy’s decision to rest stars like Jahrome Hughes, Harry Grant, and several others has turned this match on its head.

New faces, including halfback Grant Anderson and hooker Tyran Wishart, join Cam Munster and Ryan Papenhuyzen in a reworked spine, while the rest of the lineup is filled with fresh talent and debutants, making Melbourne’s formguide irrelevant.

For the Cowboys, this presents a golden opportunity. Sitting in sixth place, they aim to secure a home elimination final and are bolstered by the returns of Jeremiah Nanai and Jason Taumalolo. Coming off a bye and a 42-4 demolition of Canberra, North Queensland enters as strong $1.24 favourites. Despite Melbourne’s squad upheaval, the Cowboys’ settled lineup should dominate up front and ensure a comfortable victory.

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North Queensland Cowboys
$1.24
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We're tipping North Queensland Cowboys to win at $1.24 odds.

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Murray Taulagi
$10
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First Try Scorer: Murray Taulagi at $10.

North Queensland Cowboys vs Melbourne Storm Teams

Cowboys team: 1. Scott Drinkwater 2. Kyle Feldt 3. Valentine Holmes 4. Viliami Vailea 5. Murray Taulagi 6. Tom Dearden 7. Jake Clifford 8. Jordan McLean 9. Reece Robson 10. Jason Taumalolo 11. Heilum Luki 12. Jeremiah Nanai 13. Reuben Cotter 14. Sam McIntyre 15. Harrison Edwards 16. Kulikefu Finefeuiaki 17. Griffin Neame 18. Jaxon Purdue 19. Chad Townsend 20. Tomas Chester 21. Marly Bitungane 22. Braidon Burns

Melbourne team: 1. Ryan Papenhuyzen 2. Dean Ieremia 3. Marion Seve 4. Young Tonumaipea 5. Sualauvi Faalogo 6. Cameron Munster 7. Grant Anderson 8. Lazarus Vaalepu 9. Tyran Wishart 10. Christian Welch 11. Kane Bradley 12. Joe Chan 13. Alec MacDonald 14. Keagan Russell-Smith 15. Tepai Moeroa 16. Ativalu Lisati 17. Tristan Powell 18. Coby Williamson 19. Ammaron Gudgeon 20. Josh King 21. Trent Loiero 22. Nick Meaney

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