St. George Illawarra Dragons vs Cronulla Sharks Tips, Odds, Teams & Predictions – NRL 2023 Round 4

Netstrata Jubilee Stadium will play host to Sunday's Round 4 NRL game between St. George Illawarra Dragons and Cronulla Sharks. The game kicks off at 6:15 pm with Cronulla Sharks heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the St. George Illawarra Dragons vs. Cronulla Sharks game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Sunday March 26, 2023 at 6:15 pm

Where: Netstrata Jubilee Stadium

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In the first St George Illawarra versus Cronulla derby of 2023, both clubs are eager to claim victory. The Sharks, at 1-2, shouldn’t be too worried given their tough start, and the return of Nicho Hynes provides a significant boost. Though their 24-20 loss to Canberra in Round 3 was disappointing, their main concern is conceding the second-most points in the competition.

The Dragons, on the other hand, bounced back from a Round 1 bye with a 32-18 win over the Titans but suffered a 40-18 defeat against the in-form Broncos. Despite the loss, Tyrell Sloan shows promise as fullback, and their middle-forward unit performs well. Toby Couchman returns to the Dragons’ bench, replacing Michael Molo.

The Sharks have dominated the last five derbies and maintain a strong derby record. The Dragons, seeking their first win over the Sharks at Jubilee since 2016, show potential as $2.40 underdogs. However, the impact of Hynes’ return cannot be ignored, and the Sharks, with a nearly full-strength lineup, are poised to extend their derby success.