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As the Melbourne Storm host the Newcastle Knights in an anticipated NRL clash on June 5, 2026, both teams arrive with varying degrees of momentum. The Storm, despite securing only 2 wins in their last 5 encounters, remain formidable at home, lending credibility to their status as slight favorites with bookmakers offering odds of 1.64 for a home win. Their tactical approach is typically characterized by strong forward play and a well-structured defense, which they will rely on to capitalize on home advantage.
Conversely, the Newcastle Knights have shown more consistent form recently, clinching 3 victories in their last 5 matches. Boasting an impressive attacking set-up, they will aim to exploit any defensive lapses by the Storm. Bookmakers have set their odds at 2.34 for an away victory, reflecting the Knights’ ability to challenge strong opponents.
Our model suggests a probability of 53.8% for a home win, with a predicted final score of 29:24 in favor of the Storm. However, both teams possess the tactical discipline to influence the match outcome, making it a highly competitive fixture. As always in rugby league, the result is uncertain, with both clubs capable of delivering exciting performances.
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| Melbourne 56.5% |
Draw 3.9% |
Newcastle 39.6% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 29:24
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.75 | 18 | 2.3 | |
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1.6 | 27 | 2.39 | |
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1.6 | 23 | 2.3 |
Latest Results
| 22.05.26 Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs – Melbourne Storm – 30:20 16.05.26 Parramatta Eels – Melbourne Storm – 8:34 10.05.26 Melbourne Storm – Wests Tigers – 44:16 01.05.26 Dolphins NRL – Melbourne Storm – 28:10 25.04.26 Melbourne Storm – South Sydney Rabbitohs – 6:48 |
17.05.26 Gold Coast Titans – Newcastle Knights – 12:36 09.05.26 St. George Illawarra Dragons – Newcastle Knights – 10:44 03.05.26 Newcastle Knights – South Sydney Rabbitohs – 42:38 26.04.26 Newcastle Knights – Penrith Panthers – 12:44 19.04.26 Sydney Roosters – Newcastle Knights – 38:24 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 12.07.25 Newcastle Knights – Melbourne Storm – 14:32 09.06.24 Melbourne Storm – Newcastle Knights – 36:28 24.03.24 Newcastle Knights – Melbourne Storm – 14:12 23.02.24 Melbourne Storm – Newcastle Knights – 28:10 22.07.23 Newcastle Knights – Melbourne Storm – 26:18 |
Standings
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| Pl | W | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Penrith Panthers | 11 | 10 | 1 | 349:146 | 20 |
| 2 | New Zealand Warriors | 11 | 9 | 2 | 350:194 | 20 |
| 3 | Manly Sea Eagles | 12 | 7 | 5 | 339:236 | 16 |
| 4 | Sydney Roosters | 10 | 7 | 3 | 293:232 | 16 |
| 5 | NQ Cowboys | 12 | 8 | 4 | 317:290 | 16 |
| 6 | South Sydney Rabbitohs | 11 | 6 | 5 | 324:266 | 14 |
| 7 | Dolphins | 11 | 6 | 5 | 290:239 | 14 |
| 8 | Cronulla Sharks | 11 | 6 | 5 | 322:282 | 14 |
| 9 | Newcastle Knights | 11 | 7 | 4 | 312:284 | 14 |
| 10 | Wests Tigers | 10 | 5 | 5 | 253:269 | 12 |
| 11 | Brisbane Broncos | 11 | 5 | 6 | 226:283 | 10 |
| 12 | Canterbury Bulldogs | 11 | 4 | 7 | 203:296 | 10 |
| 13 | Melbourne Storm | 12 | 4 | 8 | 296:314 | 8 |
| 14 | Canberra Raiders | 11 | 4 | 7 | 223:309 | 8 |
| 15 | Parramatta Eels | 11 | 4 | 7 | 235:379 | 8 |
| 16 | Gold Coast Titans | 11 | 2 | 9 | 192:280 | 6 |
| 17 | St. George Illawarra Dragons | 11 | 0 | 11 | 142:367 | 2 |
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