The action in the NRL continues this weekend, with some standout clashes involving sides in the race for a playoff spot.
The most eye-catching side in the competition this weekend will see a battle between two of the top three at AAMI Stadium, as the Melbourne Storm host the Penrith Panthers.
Meanwhile, the Warriors collide with the Rabbitohs, and the Broncos welcome the Dolphins. Let’s take a look at these top matchups in this coming Round 18 with the top NRL betting odds offered by MyBookie.
Betting Predictions of the Top NRL Round 18 Games
National Rugby League Game Info
When: June 8-12, 2023
Betting Week: Round 18 of the NRL season
Melbourne Storm vs Penrith Panthers
NRL Odds: Storm -1.5 -120; Panthers +1.5 -119 / Storm -123, Panthers +105 / O/U 38.5
Friday, June 30, 2023 at 6:00 am EST
Go Media Stadium | Auckland, Australia
The standout match in the NRL this weekend will see the table-topping Penrith Panthers travel to the Melbourne Storm. The visitors have won six of their last seven matches, while the Storm have landed victories in each of their previous three.
Melbourne has picked up 16 wins from 19 matches against the Panthers in Melbourne, but this will be Penrith’s first trip to the Australian city since 2018.
The winning team will likely end the weekend at the top of the standings, and it could be worth siding with the Panthers, who welcome back a host of Origin stars, with Stephen Crichton, Liam Martin, and Brian To’o all back in contention.
NRL Pick: Penrith Panthers +105 | Bet Storm vs Panthers Today
MyBookie Betting Lines for the Game
New Zealand Warriors vs South Sydney Rabbitohs
NRL Odds: Warriors -1.5 -126; Rabbitohs +1.5 -113 / Warriors -129, Rabbitohs +109 / O/U 42.5
Friday, June 30, 2023 at 4:00 am EST
PointsBet Stadium | Sydney, Australia
The battle for playoff spots continues in New Zealand on Friday, as the Warriors and Rabbitohs lock horns. The Warriors currently sit fifth in the standings, and they could edge nearer to the top of the standings with a fourth straight victory.
However, the pressure is mounting on the Rabbitohs, who currently sit eighth, as they will be looking to avoid suffering three straight defeats in the NRL for the first time in over three years. The Rabbitohs boast an excellent record in this fixture, as they have won 13 of their last 14 against the New Zealand rivals.
Meanwhile, the Warriors are winless in Auckland against the Rabbitohs since landing victory in 2012. The trends could point to a much-needed win on the road for the side from South Sydney on Friday.
NRL Pick: Rabbitohs +109 | Bet Warriors vs Rabbitohs Today
MyBookie Betting Lines for the Game
Brisbane Broncos vs Dolphins
NRL Odds: Broncos -10.5 -119; Dolphins +10.5 -120 / Broncos -370, Dolphins +282 / O/U 47.5
Saturday, July 1, 2023 at 5:35 am EST
Queensland Country Bank Stadium | Townsville, Australia
A tense showdown between two North Queensland rivals will take place this weekend, with both the Broncos and Dolphins looking to get back on track after losing their most recent matches in the NRL. The Broncos will be looking to keep tabs on the side at the top of the standings, while the Dolphins will be bidding to get back in the hunt for a playoff spot after seeing their early season form dipping.
It will be a historic first meeting between the sides at The Gabba, marking the first time that the famous stadium has hosted an NRL fixture. The Broncos ran out 18-12 winners in the previous encounter, which was the first meeting between the two rivals.
This match will likely be won by the best defense, and recent stats could point to a clear trend. The Broncos have the second-best defensive average in the competition, while the Dolphins have allowed a staggering 136 points across their previous three matches in the NRL.
NRL Pick: Broncos -357 | Bet Broncos vs Dolphins Today
MyBookie Betting Lines for the Game
2023 NRL Round 18 Schedule
| Date | Time | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, June 29 | 5:50 a.m. | Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks | vs. | St. George Illawarra Dragons |
| Thursday, June 29 | 4:00 a.m. | New Zealand Warriors | vs. | South Sydney Rabbitohs |
| Thursday, June 29 | 6:00 a.m. | Melbourne Storm | vs. | Penrith Panthers |
| Saturday, July 1 | 1:00 a.m. | Canberra Raiders | vs. | Gold Coast Titans |
| Saturday, July 1 | 3:30 a.m. | CowNorth Queensland Cowboysboys | vs. | Wests Tigers |
| Saturday, July 1 | 5:50 a.m. | Brisbane Broncos | vs. | Dolphins |
| Sunday, July 2 | 12:00 a.m. | Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs | vs. | Newcastle Knights |
| Sunday, July 2 | 2:05 a.m. | Manly Warringah Sea Eagles | vs. | Sydney Roosters |
2024 National Rugby League Season Odds
The NRL Telstra Premiership season will kick off on American soil on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Allegiant Stadium.
| NRL Team | Odds |
|---|---|
| Penrith Panthers | +285 |
| Brisbane Broncos | +350 |
| South Sydney Rabbitohs | +850 |
| Sydney Roosters | +850 |
| Melbourne Storm | +1025 |
| North Queensland Cowboys | +1675 |
| New Zealand Warriors | +1900 |
| Newcastle Knights | +2100 |
| Parramatta Eels | +2100 |
| Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks | +2100 |
| Manly Sea Eagles | +2700 |
| Gold Coast Titans | +3700 |
| Canterbury Bulldogs | +3800 |
| Dolphins (Nrl) | +4200 |
| Canberra Raiders | +4300 |
| St George Illawarra Dragons | +9000 |
| Wests Tigers | +9500 |
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