Sydney Roosters vs Melbourne Storm predictions, Jul 17, 2026

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As the Sydney Roosters prepare to host the Melbourne Storm on July 17, 2026, fans can expect a competitive clash between two teams in solid form. Both sides have secured victories in three of their last five matches, showcasing their ability to perform under pressure.

The Roosters, playing at home, have the advantage of familiar surroundings and a passionate crowd to support them. Their recent form indicates they have been effective in leveraging their tactical strengths, which include a strong defensive line and efficient ball-handling skills. With a probabilistic home win rate of 58.4%, they will aim to capitalize on this momentum.

On the other hand, the Melbourne Storm, known for their resilience and strategic gameplay, will look to build on their recent successes. Despite being the away team and facing odds of 2.86, the Storm’s ability to adapt during games makes them a formidable opponent. Our model predicts a final score of 27:19 in favor of the Roosters, but with a 35.2% probability of an away win, the outcome remains uncertain.

In conclusion, while the Roosters may hold a slight edge, the Storm’s tactical acumen means that this match could go either way, making it a must-watch for rugby league enthusiasts.

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Sydney 62.7%

Draw 3.8%

Melbourne 33.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 27:20

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.52	22	2.7
	1.47	29	2.75
	1.47	22.2	2.86
	1.47	22	2.8

Latest Results

26.06.26 Brisbane Broncos – Sydney Roosters – 18:24 21.06.26 Sydney Roosters – Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks – 27:8 12.06.26 Dolphins NRL – Sydney Roosters – 48:10 05.06.26 Canberra Raiders – Sydney Roosters – 0:26 30.05.26 Melbourne Storm – Sydney Roosters – 18:4

27.06.26 Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles – Melbourne Storm – 30:4 21.06.26 Melbourne Storm – Canberra Raiders – 42:20 05.06.26 Melbourne Storm – Newcastle Knights – 32:30 30.05.26 Melbourne Storm – Sydney Roosters – 18:4 22.05.26 Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs – Melbourne Storm – 30:20

Facts

This match features a clash between the league leader and a mid-table team (ranked 6 in the zone Promotion ~ NRL (Play Offs: ) and 12).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Sydney won 1.

Both teams have been playing unpredictably.

Recently, Sydney has had a series of away games.

Sydney will hold a modest advantage in this match.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Sydney won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 14 matches, and goals 320:455. (average 16:22.8).

Including home matches between the teams, Sydney won 2 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 129:204. (average 14.3:22.7).

Latest Head To Head

30.05.26 Melbourne Storm – Sydney Roosters – 18:4 29.08.25 Melbourne Storm – Sydney Roosters – 10:40 24.07.25 Sydney Roosters – Melbourne Storm – 30:34 27.09.24 Melbourne Storm – Sydney Roosters – 48:18 20.07.24 Melbourne Storm – Sydney Roosters – 24:8

Standings

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		Pl	W	L		Pts
1	Penrith Panthers	16	13	3	503:223	30
2	New Zealand Warriors	16	11	5	470:276	26
3	Newcastle Knights	16	11	5	417:376	26
4	Cronulla Sharks	16	10	6	468:345	24
5	Dolphins	17	10	7	452:388	24
6	Sydney Roosters	15	10	5	384:324	24
7	Manly Sea Eagles	16	9	7	423:290	22
8	South Sydney Rabbitohs	15	8	7	432:348	22
9	NQ Cowboys	16	9	7	389:406	20
10	Canterbury Bulldogs	15	7	8	276:354	18
11	Wests Tigers	17	7	10	355:485	18
12	Melbourne Storm	16	7	9	392:398	16
13	Parramatta Eels	16	6	10	319:479	16
14	Canberra Raiders	16	6	10	305:420	14
15	Brisbane Broncos	16	5	11	315:441	14
16	Gold Coast Titans	15	4	11	279:387	12
17	St. George Illawarra Dragons	16	2	14	244:483	8

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