NRL Round 13 betting preview, free tips & predictions

Round 13 of the 2025 NRL season is back to a near-full slate, with State of Origin absences still shaping some matchups. Here are our top NRL betting tips for this week’s action.

St George Illawarra Dragons vs Newcastle Knights

Friday, 30 May – 8pm AEST – Jubilee Stadium, Sydney

The Dragons will be boosted by the return of Valentine Holmes and Jaydn Su’A, while the Knights aim to build momentum after downing Penrith last week. Newcastle fullback Kalyn Ponga will look to back up from Origin, and the Knights look to have the advantage heading into this matchup.

Gold Coast Titans vs Melbourne Storm

Saturday, 31 May – 3pm AEST – Cbus Super Stadium, Gold Coast

The Titans are struggling to defend their line and face a ruthless Storm team with Ryan Papenhuyzen and Jahrome Hughes in top form. Melbourne’s edge attack looks set to feast on a fragile Gold Coast defence, with Tino Fa’asuamaleaui expected to miss the game after a brutal Origin clash. With a big gap in discipline and execution, this could be over by halftime.

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North Queensland Cowboys vs Wests Tigers

Saturday, 31 May – 5:30pm AEST – Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Townsville

The Cowboys are flying at home and have the edge in both form and firepower. The Tigers are disjointed and reeling from off-field distractions. Tom Dearden and Scott Drinkwater should steer the Cowboys to a comfortable win.

Manly Sea Eagles vs Brisbane Broncos

Saturday, 31 May – 7:35pm AEST – 4 Pines Park, Sydney

Manly are understrength and out of sync, while Brisbane are stacked with Origin-calibre class across the park. Broncos guns Ezra Mam and Reece Walsh can break open the Sea Eagles’ tired defensive lines. Manly’s depth has been tested all year, and this is another uphill task.

South Sydney Rabbitohs vs New Zealand Warriors

Sunday, 1 June – 2pm AEST – Accor Stadium, Sydney

The Rabbitohs are showing signs of life under Wayne Bennett, but the Warriors are far more settled and stronger up front. With Roger Tuivasa-Sheck and Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad in strong form, expect the Kiwi side to pull away late and win by three or more.

Penrith Panthers vs Parramatta Eels

Sunday, 1 June – 4:05pm AEST – CommBank Stadium, Sydney

Parramatta look confident after recent improvements and always lift for clashes with Penrith. Dylan Brown and Mitch Moses are combining well and could outshine a Panthers outfit that had five players in Origin. Penrith’s systems keep them competitive, but Parra’s recent form suggests they can strike here.

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Sydney Roosters vs Canberra Raiders

Sunday, 1 June – 6:15pm AEST – Allianz Stadium, Sydney

The Roosters produced a huge upset over Cronulla and are surging behind Mark Nawaqanitawase and Sandon Smith. The Raiders are gritty and well drilled but can be vulnerable when chasing points. Expect the Roosters to strike on the edges late.

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