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As the North Queensland Cowboys prepare to host the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks on April 24, 2026, anticipation builds for what promises to be a thrilling clash in the NRL. The Cowboys, benefiting from a solid run of form, have secured victories in four of their last five matches, showcasing their attacking prowess and defensive resilience. Their recent success has positioned them as strong contenders at home, where they typically exert significant pressure on rival teams.
In contrast, the Sharks have experienced a more inconsistent form, winning only two of their last five fixtures. While they have the ability to be competitive, their recent performances suggest vulnerabilities that the Cowboys may exploit. The odds are closely matched, with bookmakers offering 2.02 for a home win and 1.85 for an away victory, reflecting the tight nature of this contest.
Analytically, the model predicts a near even split in win probabilities, with the Cowboys at 47.8% for a home win and the Sharks slightly ahead at 48.2%. The anticipated final score of 27:27 underlines the expectation of a closely contested match. Given the teams’ current trajectories, this matchup is poised to deliver an exciting encounter, but as always, sports outcomes remain unpredictable.
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| North Queensland 45.9% |
Draw 3.9% |
Cronulla-Sutherland 50.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 27:27
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.1 | 20 | 1.85 | |
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2.05 | 27 | 1.78 | |
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1.89 | 24.6 | 1.97 |
Latest Results
| 16.04.26 North Queensland Cowboys – Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles – 6:38 10.04.26 Brisbane Broncos – North Queensland Cowboys – 31:35 04.04.26 St. George Illawarra Dragons – North Queensland Cowboys – 0:32 28.03.26 North Queensland Cowboys – Melbourne Storm – 28:24 22.03.26 North Queensland Cowboys – Gold Coast Titans – 30:16 |
11.04.26 Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – Sydney Roosters – 22:34 05.04.26 Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – New Zealand Warriors – 36:22 29.03.26 Canberra Raiders – Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – 22:34 21.03.26 Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – Dolphins NRL – 10:38 14.03.26 Penrith Panthers – Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – 26:6 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 03.08.25 Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – North Queensland Cowboys – 32:12 15.03.25 North Queensland Cowboys – Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – 12:36 20.09.24 Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – North Queensland Cowboys – 26:18 27.07.24 North Queensland Cowboys – Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – 30:22 21.04.24 Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – North Queensland Cowboys – 42:6 |
Standings
Main
| Pl | W | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Penrith Panthers | 7 | 6 | 1 | 229:94 | 12 |
| 2 | Wests Tigers | 5 | 4 | 1 | 156:92 | 10 |
| 3 | New Zealand Warriors | 6 | 4 | 2 | 194:118 | 8 |
| 4 | Manly Sea Eagles | 6 | 3 | 3 | 178:140 | 8 |
| 5 | Newcastle Knights | 6 | 4 | 2 | 154:142 | 8 |
| 6 | South Sydney Rabbitohs | 5 | 3 | 2 | 144:132 | 8 |
| 7 | Canterbury Bulldogs | 5 | 3 | 2 | 101:96 | 8 |
| 8 | NQ Cowboys | 7 | 4 | 3 | 165:181 | 8 |
| 9 | Sydney Roosters | 5 | 3 | 2 | 115:138 | 8 |
| 10 | Cronulla Sharks | 6 | 3 | 3 | 158:152 | 6 |
| 11 | Brisbane Broncos | 6 | 3 | 3 | 133:139 | 6 |
| 12 | Dolphins | 6 | 2 | 4 | 138:165 | 6 |
| 13 | Canberra Raiders | 7 | 3 | 4 | 141:204 | 6 |
| 14 | Melbourne Storm | 7 | 2 | 5 | 182:184 | 4 |
| 15 | Gold Coast Titans | 6 | 2 | 4 | 126:148 | 4 |
| 16 | Parramatta Eels | 6 | 2 | 4 | 124:226 | 4 |
| 17 | St. George Illawarra Dragons | 6 | 0 | 6 | 86:173 | 0 |
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