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One of the most successful sides in NRL history, the Melbourne Storm have been a constant at the top, making the finals in 21 of the last 22 seasons. They have won four NRL premierships, with the most recent coming in 2020. Last season they finished as the minor premiers but were unable to get the job done in a 6-14 loss to the Penrith Panthers.
Heading into the 2025 season, expectations are high for the Storm as they remain largely unchanged from last year. However, they have boosted their forward pack with the inclusion of prop Stefano Utoikamanu, who has made the switch over from the Tigers.
Craig Bellamy remains in charge, while hooker Harry Grant is the club captain.
Let’s have a look at Storm’s NRL odds for 2025.
About the Melbourne Storm
| Established: | 1997 |
|---|---|
| Home ground: | AAMI Park |
| Coach: | Craig Bellamy |
| Captains: | Harry Grant |
| Premierships: | Four – 1999, 2012, 2017, 2020 |
| 2024 ladder finish: | 1st (19-5) – defeated in Grand Final by Panthers |
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Updated Melbourne Storm futures odds
| 2025 Premiership | To Make Grand Final | NRL Top Tryscorer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Odds @ BetOnline | $2.60 | $1.70 | Xavier Coates $13 |
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Best Melbourne Storm bets for NRL 2025
There are dozens of NRL futures markets for the Storm, but where are they likely to return some real value?
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- Keeping mostly the same side that reached the Grand Final last year, the Storm are pre-season favourites to win the NRL Premiership at $3.75 with the best NRL bookmakers. The halves partnership of Jahrome Hughes and Cameron Munster is the strongest in the NRL, while their backs are full of quality. The addition of Utoikamanu will further strengthen the forward pack, while their major rival Penrith have suffered plenty of key losses. If they can reach a similar level to last year, the Storm will be an imposing proposition in 2025.
- Given the Storm spent the majority of last season at the top of the ladder, it is no surprise to see their odds at just $1.44 to make the top four. They are practically unbeatable at home throughout the season, while their attack will just pile on points. Injury is seemingly the only thing that could derail this side, but even then, their depth is strong across the board.
- While he wasn’t the Storm’s leading try scorer last season, winger Xavier Coates is the most likely player to lead them in 2025. With 13 tries in 10 games, he averaged more tries per game than anyone else for Melbourne. His mix of height, speed and finishing skills make him incredibly difficult to stop, while the Storm should be able to tear teams apart, allowing him plenty of easy tries. Since he joined the club in 2022, no one has gotten over the line more than Coates, so back him to lead the Storm this season.
2025 Melbourne Storm NRL draw
| Round | Opponent | Venue | Date | Time (VIC) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Eels | AAMI Park, Melbourne | Sunday, March 9 | 4:05pm |
| 2 | Bye | – | – | – |
| 3 | Panthers | AAMI Park, Melbourne | Thursday, March 20 | 8:00pm |
| 4 | Dragons | Netstrata Jubilee Stadium, Sydney | Saturday, March 29 | 3:00pm |
| 5 | Sea Eagles | 4 Pines Park, Sydney | Sunday, April 6 | 4:05pm |
| 6 | Warriors | AAMI Park, Melbourne | Sunday, April 13 | 2:00pm |
| 7 | Dolphins | Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane | Friday, April 18 | 8:00pm |
| 8 | Rabbitohs | AAMI Park, Melbourne | Friday, April 25 | 8:00pm |
| 9 | Raiders | Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane | Sunday, May 4 | 6:25pm |
| 10 | Wests Tigers | AAMI Park, Melbourne | Sunday, May 11 | 2:00pm |
| 11 | Sharks | Shark Park | Saturday, May 17 | 7:35pm |
| 12 | Bye | – | – | – |
| 13 | Titans | Cbus Super Stadium, Gold Coast | Saturday, May 31 | 3:00pm |
| 14 | Cowboys | AAMI Park, Melbourne | Friday, June 6 | 6:00pm |
| 15 | Bye | – | – | – |
| 16 | Rabbitohs | Accor Stadium, Sydney | Saturday, June 21 | 7:35pm |
| 17 | Sharks | AAMI Park, Melbourne | Sunday, June 29 | 2:00pm |
| 18 | Cowboys | Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Townsville | Saturday, July 5 | 7:35pm |
| 19 | Knights | McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle | Saturday, July 12 | 3:00pm |
| 20 | Sea Eagles | AAMI Park, Melbourne | Saturday, July 19 | 7:35pm |
| 21 | Roosters | Allianz Stadium, Sydney | Thursday, July 24 | 7:50pm |
| 22 | Eels | CommBank Stadium, Sydney | Thursday, July 31 | 7:50pm |
| 23 | Broncos | AAMI Park, Melbourne | Thursday, August 7 | 7:50pm |
| 24 | Panthers | CommBank Stadium, Sydney | Thursday, August 14 | 7:50pm |
| 25 | Bulldogs | AAMI Park, Melbourne | Friday, August 22 | 8:00pm |
| 26 | Roosters | AAMI Park, Melbourne | Friday, August 29 | 8:00pm |
| 27 | Broncos | Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane | Thursday, September 4 | 7:50pm |
Storm players to watch in 2025
Jahrome Hughes
Born: 8/10/1994
Games: 150
Tries: 62
Position: Halfback
Melbourne halfback Jahrome Hughes was the best player in the NRL for 2024, taking home the Dally M Medal for his stellar season. The New Zealand international scored 12 tries, including a hattrick against the Roosters in the preliminary final, while also adding 26 try assists and being directly involved in 47 linebreaks. Hughes has a strong mix of playmaking, kicking and ball-carrying ability, while his vision is unmatched. Working alongside Cameron Munster in the halves, the pair form a formidable partnership that will be incredibly important in 2025.
Eliesa Katoa
Born: 3/1/2000
Games: 92
Tries: 28
Position: Second Rower
After an underwhelming first year in Purple for Eliesa Katoa in 2023, the second rower took his game to another level in 2024, earning a spot in the Dally M Team of the Year with 12 tries across the year. His physical nature in defence was a momentum changer last season as his mix of size and hard work led him to the second most tackles at the club. A key part of their premiership push, if Katoa can have another strong season on both sides of the ball, the Storm will be tough to stop.
Trent Loiero
Born: 27/2/2001
Games: 75
Tries: 6
Position: Lock
Coming off a breakout season in 2024, Trent Loiero has cemented his place in the number 13 jersey for the new season. His hard-working attitude and strong tank make him a reliable option in the middle, while his playmaking efforts are improving. His strong campaign earnt him a spot in the Queensland squad and if he continues improving, he will be in the mix for his first start in 2025. As he leads one of the strongest spines in the NRL, expect Loiero to have a big campaign.
Melbourne Storm records, stats and history
- Most games: 430 – Cameron Smith (2002-2020)
- Most career points: 2,786 – Cameron Smith (2002-2020)
- Most career tries: 190 – Billy Slater (2003-2018)
- Most points in a season: 242 – Matt Geyer (1999)
- Most tries in a season: 23 – Suliasi Vunivalu (2016, 2017) and Josh Addo-Carr (2017)
- Most wins in a season: 21 (2007, 2021)
- Most consecutive wins: 19 (2021)
- Highest score in a match: 70 (vs. Dragons, 2000)
- Biggest winning margin: 64-0 (vs. Tigers, 2001) and 68-4 (vs. Raiders, 2013)
- Largest home attendance: 52,347 (vs. Cowboys at Suncorp Stadium, 2016)
- Melbourne Storm is a fitting name for a team that emerged from the chaos of the Super League wars and made an immediate impact on the NRL. While most expansion teams take years—if not decades—to find their footing, the Storm shattered expectations by winning their first four games in their inaugural 1998 season. They reached the finals that year and went one better in 1999, claiming their maiden NRL premiership with a thrilling win over St George Illawarra.
The Storm’s dominance grew in the 2000s, with premiership wins in 2007 and 2009 and minor premierships in 2006 and 2008. However, a dark chapter unfolded in 2010 when they were stripped of those titles due to $3 million in salary cap breaches. Despite finishing at the bottom of the ladder that year, Melbourne proved their resilience. They rebuilt quickly, powered by stars like Cameron Smith, Billy Slater, and Cooper Cronk, reclaiming premiership glory in 2012 and adding another title in 2017.
In their 27-year history, Melbourne has missed the finals only three times—one of which was due to the points deduction for salary cap breaches. They have appeared in eight grand finals, secured seven minor premierships, and cemented themselves as one of the NRL’s most successful and consistent franchises.
Looking to 2025, the Storm remain a powerhouse. After claiming the minor premiership in 2024, they fell short in the grand final against the Penrith Panthers. Determined to build on that success, Melbourne has strengthened its squad by signing prop Stefano Utoikamanu, bolstering their forward pack. Leadership has also evolved, with Harry Grant taking over as captain, supported by vice-captains Jahrome Hughes and Cameron Munster.
The Storm’s future looks promising with key signings and extensions. Jonah Pezet, a rising halfback, has committed to the club until the end of 2029, while star fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen has extended his contract through 2026. Both players have expressed confidence in the team’s trajectory and believe the premiership window remains open.
With a history marked by triumph, resilience, and occasional controversy, the Melbourne Storm heads into the 2025 season poised to add to their remarkable legacy.
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