North Queensland Cowboys vs Wests Tigers predictions, Aug 29, 2026

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The upcoming NRL clash on August 29, 2026, sees the North Queensland Cowboys host the Wests Tigers at their home ground. The Cowboys enter the match with a mixed bag of recent form, winning 2 of their last 5 outings. Their ability to capitalize on home advantage, along with a solid defensive setup, positions them as strong contenders in this matchup. With odds from bookmakers reflecting their likelihood of success at 1.21 for a home win, the Cowboys are favored to secure a victory.

Conversely, the Wests Tigers are struggling, having failed to win any of their last 5 matches. Their defensive vulnerabilities and inconsistent attack have led to a challenging season, represented by their longer odds of 4.59 for an away win. Tactical adjustments will be crucial for the Tigers as they seek to disrupt the Cowboys’ rhythm and find ways to finish scoring opportunities.

Based on recent performances and the predicted final score of 32:17, the Cowboys appear poised for a favorable outcome. However, as always in rugby league, upsets can occur, making this match a compelling contest for fans and bettors alike.

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North Queensland 76.9%

Draw 3.2%

Wests 19.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 31:20

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.2	25	5
	1.22	35	4.33
	1.21	29.76	4.59
	1.17	30	5.2

Latest Results

15.08.26 Parramatta Eels – North Queensland Cowboys – 32:30 06.08.26 Gold Coast Titans – North Queensland Cowboys – 8:30 30.07.26 North Queensland Cowboys – Sydney Roosters – 12:82 25.07.26 North Queensland Cowboys – Brisbane Broncos – 18:10 19.07.26 Dolphins NRL – North Queensland Cowboys – 36:16

16.08.26 Wests Tigers – St. George Illawarra Dragons – 22:24 02.08.26 Wests Tigers – Parramatta Eels – 13:16 25.07.26 Canberra Raiders – Wests Tigers – 56:10 18.07.26 Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs – Wests Tigers – 32:0 10.07.26 Wests Tigers – New Zealand Warriors – 6:32

Facts

A mid-table team will face off against the outsider in this match (ranked 8 in the zone Promotion ~ NRL (Play Offs: ) and 15).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, North Queensland won 4.

In recent matches, North Queensland has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Wests is on a losing streak (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).

In this match, North Queensland is considered a favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, North Queensland won 10 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 10 matches, and goals 511:506. (average 25.6:25.3).

Including home matches between the teams, North Queensland won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 245:172. (average 30.6:21.5).

Latest Head To Head

14.03.26 Wests Tigers – North Queensland Cowboys – 44:16 24.08.25 Wests Tigers – North Queensland Cowboys – 28:34 31.05.25 North Queensland Cowboys – Wests Tigers – 32:28 01.08.24 Wests Tigers – North Queensland Cowboys – 30:48 24.05.24 North Queensland Cowboys – Wests Tigers – 42:28

Standings

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		Pl	W	L		Pts
1	New Zealand Warriors	22	16	6	651:356	38
2	Penrith Panthers	22	16	6	621:327	38
3	Sydney Roosters	21	16	5	563:400	38
4	Dolphins	22	15	7	612:474	36
5	Cronulla Sharks	21	13	8	604:439	32
6	Newcastle Knights	23	14	9	601:545	32
7	South Sydney Rabbitohs	22	12	10	602:539	30
8	NQ Cowboys	22	12	10	514:592	30
9	Canterbury Bulldogs	22	11	11	446:478	28
10	Manly Sea Eagles	22	10	12	549:483	26
11	Melbourne Storm	22	9	13	524:536	24
12	Canberra Raiders	23	10	13	531:596	24
13	Parramatta Eels	22	8	14	437:636	22
14	Brisbane Broncos	22	7	15	417:611	20
15	Wests Tigers	21	7	14	400:613	20
16	Gold Coast Titans	21	6	15	413:567	18
17	St. George Illawarra Dragons	22	4	18	358:651	14

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