Melbourne Storm vs Canberra Raiders Preview & Prediction | 2026 NRL | Regular Season
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Two teams on opposite ends of the form scale collide as Melbourne Storm host Canberra Raiders.
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How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports / Australia – Channel 9 / US – Some matches are televised live on Fox Sports
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Melbourne Storm team news
Both Jack Howarth and Tyran Wishart could be back for Melbourne Storm, who have named all their Origin players in the squad, although how much they will feature is up for debate.
Squad: Sualauvi Faalogo, Will Warbrick, Jack Howarth, Joe Chan, Moses Leo, Cameron Munster, Jahrome Hughes, Stefano Utoikamanu, Harry Grant, Josh King, Cooper Clarke, Ativalu Lisati, Trent Loiero, Trent Toelau, Alec MacDonald, Jack Hetherington, Josiah Pahulu, Shawn Blore, Tyran Wishart, Siulagi Tuimalatu-Brown
Canberra Raiders team news
After having dealt with a head injury the past couple of weeks, Canberra Raiders’ Savelio Tamale is likely to return to the field against the Storm in what is a welcome development.
Squad: Kaeo Weekes, Savelio Tamale, Sebastian Kris, Matthew Timoko, Xavier Savage, Ethan Strange, Ethan Sanders, Corey Horsburgh, Tom Starling, Joseph Tapine, Hudson Young, Zac Hosking, Jayden Brailey, Owen Pattie, Ata Mariota, Morgan Smithies, Daine Laurie, Jed Stuart, Vena Patuki-Case, Coby Black
Melbourne Storm vs Canberra Raiders prediction
Melbourne Storm have enjoyed a recent resurgence, winning back-to-back games against Sydney Roosters and Newcastle Knights, giving up just four points vs the Roosters. Canberra Raiders meanwhile, have had a nightmare last couple of games, getting nilled by Sydney Roosters before losing a tight one against lowly Parramatta Eels.
The offense has disappeared recently for Canberra and hasn’t shown signs of returning. Taking on a hot Melbourne Storm in their house doesn’t bode well for them and the expectation is that this one will go the way of Craig Bellamy’s men, extending their winning streak to three.
Melbourne Storm vs Canberra Raiders tip: Melbourne Storm to win
