Cronulla Sharks vs North Queensland Cowboys Preview & Prediction | 2025 NRL | Regular Season
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Sunday football heads to Sharks Stadium as the Cronulla Sharks, riding a three-game winning streak, host the North Queensland Cowboys.
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Cronulla Sharks team news
The Sharks' lineup is significantly bolstered by the return of two of their most damaging players, Siosifa Talakai and Briton Nikora. Their inclusion adds immense power and attacking threat to both of Cronulla's edges
Squad: 1. William Kennedy 2. Sione Katoa 3. Jesse Ramien 4. Siosifa Talakai 5. Ronaldo Mulitalo 6. Braydon Trindall 7. Nicho Hynes 8. Addin Fonua-Blake 9. Blayke Brailey 10. Oregon Kaufusi 11. Briton Nikora 12. Teig Wilton 13. Cameron McInnes 14. Daniel Atkinson 15. Jesse Colquhoun 16. Billy Burns 17. Braden Hamlin-Uele 18. Jayden Berrell 19. Hohepa Puru 20. Mawene Hiroti 21. Thomas Hazelton 22. Samuel Stonestreet
North Queensland Cowboys team news
The Cowboys welcome back the organizing influence of halfback Jake Clifford from a quad injury. His steady hand and kicking game will be vital as they look to build pressure. The match will also see the NRL debut of Marly Bitungane from the interchange bench.
Squad: 1. Scott Drinkwater 2. Robert Derby 3. Jaxon Purdue 4. Zac Laybutt 5. Braidon Burns 6. Jake Clifford 7. Tom Dearden 8. Harrison Edwards 9. Reece Robson 10. Griffin Neame 11. John Bateman 12. Jeremiah Nanai 13. Reuben Cotter 14. Emarly Bitungane 15. Kaiden Lahrs 16. Kai O’Donnell 17. Coen Hess 18. Jaxson Paulo 19. Nicholas Lenaz 20. Mason Kira 21. Jamal Shibasaki 22. Dane Aukafolau
Cronulla Sharks vs North Queensland Cowboys prediction
The Cronulla Sharks (7th) are building momentum at the perfect time of year. Their three consecutive victories have solidified their place in the top eight. Their most recent win was a hard-fought 14-12 victory over the South Sydney Rabbitohs in Round 21.
The North Queensland Cowboys (11th) got back to winning ways in Round 21 with a 6-point victory over the St George Illawarra Dragons. Their defence has been a major concern, however, having conceded 563 points this season—the most of any team.
Sharks flamboyant winger Ronaldo Mulitalo has scored 12 tries in 13 games against North Queensland.
Cowboys and Maroon's superstar, Tom Dearden, celebrates his 100th NRL appearance. Look for his running game to feature in the back end of each half.
Cronulla has a dominant record, winning 13 of the last 15 H2H clashes, including a comfortable 36-12 victory in Round 2 in Queensland.
Despite the encouraging result for the Cowboys last weekend, the Sharks' power up front should pave the way for a comfortable victory.
Cronulla Sharks vs North Queensland Cowboys tip: Ronaldo Mulitalo to score two tries
