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As the New Zealand Warriors prepare to host the Dolphins in this Round of the NRL on February 20, 2026, both teams are coming off challenging performances, each seeking their first victory of the season. The Warriors enter the match having lost their opening game, and they will be eager to capitalize on home advantage. Historically strong in their home stadium, the Warriors possess a robust attacking setup that can exploit defensive lapses.
On the other hand, the Dolphins, despite also failing to secure a win recently, are known for their resilience and tactical flexibility. Their ability to adapt during games could pose significant challenges for the Warriors. With bookmakers offering odds of 2.71 for the home side against 1.55 for the away team, the Dolphins are perceived as the favorites.
The predicted final score of 21:27 reflects a competitive matchup, indicative of both teams’ recent form and potential misfires in their respective defenses. As the Warriors look to establish dominance at home, the Dolphins will aim to demonstrate their strategic discipline and capitalize on any openings. This showdown promises to be closely contested, making it a must-watch for fans and bettors alike. As always, while trends provide insight, no outcome can be guaranteed.
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| New Zealand 34.5% |
Draw 5.2% |
Dolphins 60.3% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 21:27
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.8 | 18 | 1.55 | |
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2.61 | 18 | 1.55 |
Latest Results
| 13.02.26 New Zealand Warriors – Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles – 18:33 13.09.25 New Zealand Warriors – Penrith Panthers – 8:24 05.09.25 Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles – New Zealand Warriors – 27:26 29.08.25 New Zealand Warriors – Parramatta Eels – 22:26 23.08.25 Gold Coast Titans – New Zealand Warriors – 18:32 |
12.02.26 Dolphins NRL – Gold Coast Titans – 12:24 07.09.25 Dolphins NRL – Canberra Raiders – 62:24 31.08.25 Dolphins NRL – Gold Coast Titans – 36:30 23.08.25 Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles – Dolphins NRL – 58:30 16.08.25 Brisbane Broncos – Dolphins NRL – 38:28 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 01.08.25 New Zealand Warriors – Dolphins NRL – 18:20 17.05.25 Dolphins NRL – New Zealand Warriors – 12:16 11.08.24 Dolphins NRL – New Zealand Warriors – 34:32 OT 26.05.24 New Zealand Warriors – Dolphins NRL – 24:20 23.02.24 New Zealand Warriors – Dolphins NRL – 34:22 |
Standings
Pre-season
| Pl | W | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | NQ Cowboys | 2 | 2 | 0 | 100:54 | 24 |
| 2 | Parramatta Eels | 1 | 1 | 0 | 40:6 | 12 |
| 3 | Canberra Raiders | 1 | 1 | 0 | 32:6 | 12 |
| 4 | Canterbury Bulldogs | 2 | 1 | 1 | 58:34 | 12 |
| 5 | Wests Tigers | 1 | 1 | 0 | 42:26 | 12 |
| 6 | Manly Sea Eagles | 1 | 1 | 0 | 33:18 | 12 |
| 7 | Gold Coast Titans | 1 | 1 | 0 | 24:12 | 12 |
| 8 | St. George Illawarra Dragons | 2 | 1 | 1 | 52:46 | 12 |
| 9 | South Sydney Rabbitohs | 1 | 1 | 0 | 28:24 | 12 |
| 10 | Dolphins | 1 | 0 | 1 | 12:24 | 0 |
| 11 | New Zealand Warriors | 1 | 0 | 1 | 18:33 | 0 |
| 12 | Sydney Roosters | 1 | 0 | 1 | 26:42 | 0 |
| 13 | Melbourne Storm | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6:32 | 0 |
| 14 | Cronulla Sharks | 1 | 0 | 1 | 6:40 | 0 |
| 15 | Newcastle Knights | 2 | 0 | 2 | 18:56 | 0 |
| 16 | Penrith Panthers | 1 | 0 | 1 | 24:66 | 0 |
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