NRL Betting Tips Round 13

NRL Footy Tips Round 13

Eels vs Sharks

Thursday, May 30, 2024

7:50 PM @ CommBank Stadium, Sydney

Thursday night at CommBank Stadium, it’s the Eels squaring off against the Sharks. These two teams have a history that reads like an old western shootout, and Thursday night’s game should be no different.

The Eels, coming off a string of losses that would make even a die-hard fan wince, are desperate for a turnaround. Their defence has more holes in it than Swiss cheese, conceding points like they’re going out of style, averaging a huge 30 points per game. Meanwhile, the Sharks are riding a wave of recent victories, their attack sharper than a butcher’s knife.

Head-to-Head Stats:

Average Points For Per Match: Eels: 19.4, Sharks: 25.6
Average Points Against Per Match: Eels: 30.2, Sharks: 18.2
Current Form: Eels: LLLLL, Sharks: WWWWL
Current Streak: Eels: L5, Sharks: L1
Completion Rate: Eels: 76%, Sharks: 80%
Tackle Efficiency: Eels: 87.5%, Sharks: 87.5%
Wins This Season: Eels: 3/11 (27%), Sharks: 9/11 (82%)
Points Scored This Season: Eels: 213, Sharks: 282
Points Conceded This Season: Eels: 332, Sharks: 200

Outcome Prediction:

Final Scores: Eels: 10, Sharks: 36
Win Percentages: Eels: 40.3%, Sharks: 59.7%

Parramatta’s form is rougher than a night in a bush pub, with five straight losses. On the flip side, the Sharks, having won four of their last five and sitting squarely on the top of the ladder, look as solid as Ayers Rock. If the Eels don’t tighten up, they’ll be chum in the water.

Final Score Prediction: Cronulla Sharks 36 – 10

Suggested Betting Tip: Sharks to win by 13+ @ $3.10 with Bet365

Over/Under Bet: UNDER 47.5 @ $1.90 with Bet365

Knights vs Bulldogs

Friday, May 31, 2024

8:00 PM @ McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle

Friday night at McDonald Jones Stadium, it’s the Knights hosting the Bulldogs. The knights have won three of their last five games against the Bulldogs however the Bulldogs look set to even the playing field this week.

The Knights, riding high on a four-game winning streak, have been playing with the confidence of a rooster in a henhouse. Their defence, though not watertight, has held up well enough to secure recent wins. Meanwhile, the Bulldogs are coming off a solid win against the Dragons and have been putting up points like a vending machine spitting out change.

Newcastle’s tackle efficiency is top-notch, but the Bulldogs’ attack is sharper than a dingo’s teeth.

Head-to-Head Stats:

Average Points For Per Match: Knights: 18.2, Bulldogs: 21.6
Average Points Against Per Match: Knights: 19.0, Bulldogs: 17.4
Current Form: Knights: LWWWW, Bulldogs: WWLLW
Current Streak: Knights: W4, Bulldogs: W1
Completion Rate: Knights: 80%, Bulldogs: 77%
Tackle Efficiency: Knights: 89.3%, Bulldogs: 86.6%
Wins This Season: Knights: 6/11 (55%), Bulldogs: 5/11 (45%)
Points Scored This Season: Knights: 200, Bulldogs: 238
Points Conceded This Season: Knights: 209, Bulldogs: 191

Outcome Prediction:

Final Scores: Knights: 18, Bulldogs: 20
Win Percentages: Knights: 46.7%, Bulldogs: 53.3%

The Dogs have a slight edge on both sides of the ball, making them the favourites here. With their recent form and a bit of mongrel, they’re likely to take this one out. I’m tipping the Bulldogs to edge out a win, 20-18.

Final Score Prediction: Canterbury Bulldogs 20 – 18

Suggested Betting Tip: Bulldogs to win by 1-12 @ $3.30 with Bet365

Over/Under Bet: UNDER 38.5 @ $1.90 with Bet365

Panthers vs Dragons

Saturday, June 1, 2024

5:30 PM @ BlueBet Stadium, Perth

Saturday evening at BlueBet Stadium, it’s the Panthers versus the Dragons. The Panthers have been prowling with the confidence of a seasoned surfer catching every wave, while the Dragons have been more up and down than an elevator.

Penrith’s defence has been rock solid, conceding points less frequently than a tight-fisted mate buying a round. Their attack is equally impressive, scoring like a school kid in a candy store. The Dragons, on the other hand, have had a few blowouts and will need to dig deep to keep up.

Head-to-Head Stats:

Average Points For Per Match: Panthers: 24.4, Dragons: 18.5
Average Points Against Per Match: Panthers: 14.2, Dragons: 26.5
Current Form: Panthers: WWWLW, Dragons: WLLWL
Current Streak: Panthers: W1, Dragons: L1
Completion Rate: Panthers: 79%, Dragons: 78%
Tackle Efficiency: Panthers: 87.4%, Dragons: 88.6%
Wins This Season: Panthers: 8/11 (73%), Dragons: 5/11 (45%)
Points Scored This Season: Panthers: 268, Dragons: 204
Points Conceded This Season: Panthers: 156, Dragons: 292

Outcome Prediction:

Final Scores: Panthers: 34, Dragons: 12
Win Percentages: Panthers: 61.0%, Dragons: 39.0%

Recent form gives the Panthers the edge, and their home-ground advantage is the icing on the cake. The Dragons’ defence has bigger gaps than Madonnas teeth, and they’ll struggle to plug them against a Panthers side in fine form.

Final Score Prediction: Penrith Panthers 34 – 12

Suggested Betting Tip: Panthers to win by 13+ @ $2.65 with Bet365

Over/Under Bet: OVER 43.5 @ $1.90 with Bet365

Dolphins vs Raiders

Saturday, June 1, 2024

7:35 PM @ Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe

Saturday night at Kayo Stadium, it’s the Dolphins hosting the Raiders. The Dolphins have been swimming strong, boasting a solid season so far with a 64% win rate.

The Raiders, however, have been more up and down than a kangaroo on a pogo stick on a trampoline. While they’ve had moments of brilliance, their defence has been weaker than Superman wearing a kryptonite necklace, conceding points like there’s no tomorrow.

The Dolphins’ attack, averaging 26 points a game, is as reliable as a parma and a pot at the pub. Their defence isn’t too shabby either, keeping opponents to an average of 20 points. The Raiders will need to bring their A-game to stand a chance.

Head-to-Head Stats:

Average Points For Per Match: Dolphins: 26.0, Raiders: 20.9
Average Points Against Per Match: Dolphins: 20.1, Raiders: 24.4
Current Form: Dolphins: LWWWL, Raiders: LLWWL
Current Streak: Dolphins: L1, Raiders: L1
Completion Rate: Dolphins: 80%, Raiders: 79%
Tackle Efficiency: Dolphins: 88.2%, Raiders: 87.6%
Wins This Season: Dolphins: 7/11 (64%), Raiders: 6/11 (55%)
Points Scored This Season: Dolphins: 286, Raiders: 230
Points Conceded This Season: Dolphins: 221, Raiders: 268

Outcome Prediction:

Final Scores: Dolphins: 26, Raiders: 20
Win Percentages: Dolphins: 55.1%, Raiders: 44.9%

With the home crowd behind them and a bit of extra bite, I’m backing the Dolphins to be hopping on their flippers all the way to the change rooms.

Final Score Prediction: Redcliffe Dolphins 26 – 20

Suggested Betting Tip: Dolphins to win by 1-12 @ $2.95 with Bet365

Over/Under Bet: UNDER 47.5 @ $1.90 with Bet365

Roosters vs Cowboys

Saturday, June 1, 2024

4:05 PM @ Allianz Stadium, Sydney

Saturday arvo at Allianz Stadium, the Roosters will be pecking away at the Cowboys boots. The Roosters, fresh off a dominating win over the Raiders, have been hotter than a sausage sizzle on Australia Day. Their attack has been firing on all cylinders, racking up points like they’re collecting NRL Trading cards.

The Cowboys, however, are coming in with a mixed bag of results. After suffering a chunk of losses they are now riding a two game winning streak and giving the Roosters a cheeky wink as they look to turn their twins into triplets. Despite their recent wins, they’ll need to tighten up to stand a chance against the Roosters’ offence.

Head-to-Head Stats:

Average Points For Per Match: Roosters: 30.8, Cowboys: 26.4
Average Points Against Per Match: Roosters: 19.6, Cowboys: 26.3
Current Form: Roosters: WWWLW, Cowboys: LLLWW
Current Streak: Roosters: W1, Cowboys: W2
Completion Rate: Roosters: 79%, Cowboys: 75%
Tackle Efficiency: Roosters: 87.8%, Cowboys: 88%
Wins This Season: Roosters: 7/12 (58%), Cowboys: 6/12 (50%)
Points Scored This Season: Roosters: 370, Cowboys: 317
Points Conceded This Season: Roosters: 235, Cowboys: 315

Outcome Prediction:

Final Scores: Sydney Roosters: 28, North Queensland Cowboys: 23
Win Percentages: Sydney Roosters: 55.6%, North Queensland Cowboys: 44.4%

With home-ground advantage and a better form line, the Roosters look set to crow the loudest. I reckon they’ll edge this one out, with the scoreboard lighting up like a Christmas tree.

Final Score Prediction: Sydney Roosters 28 – 23

Suggested Betting Tip: Roosters to win by 1-12 @ $3.50 with Bet365

Over/Under Bet: UNDER 51.5 @ $1.90 with Bet365