Match Analysis: St George Illawarra Dragons vs New Zealand Warriors – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-05-10
- Time: 7:30 AM UTC
- Location: Netstrata Jubilee Stadium / WIN Stadium (Note: Some sources report venue as WIN Stadium, Wollongong. Please verify closer to matchday as venue may be subject to change or discrepancy in reporting.)
Game Overview
The St George Illawarra Dragons host the New Zealand Warriors in Round 10 of the 2025 NRL season. The Warriors are favored in both statistical models and bookmaker odds, but the Dragons remain competitive with recent form and home advantage potentially playing a role. The clash is projected as a tight contest, with bookmakers and predictive models split on the margin and likelihood of an upset.
Key Factors to Consider
- Warriors have shown superior recent form, with predictive models giving them a clear edge. The Dragons, while underdogs, are performing closely and could benefit from playing at home.
- Historical matchups between these teams have varied, but recent trends slightly favor the Warriors.
- No specific injury updates provided in available data. Recommend checking NRL official injury list closer to matchday for updates as this is a key factor.
- Potential venue discrepancy exists; some sources list Netstrata Jubilee Stadium, others WIN Stadium. Weather and crowd support may also impact.
- Both teams are motivated for a crucial mid-season win. The Warriors are pushing for a top-four spot, while the Dragons are aiming to build momentum and climb the ladder.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | home: 113, away: -130, draw: 2000 | New Zealand Warriors | High (61% predictive model; 51-56% other models) |
Spread | home: 1.5 -115, away: -1.5 -115 | New Zealand Warriors -1.5 | Moderate (slight favorite, line close to pick'em; Warriors favored to cover by 1-3 points) |
Over/under | over: 47.5 -115, under: 47.5 -115 | Under 47.5 | Moderate (total line is above average, but game expected to be tight and potentially defensive) |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
---|---|
Moneyline | New Zealand Warriors -99% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Under 47.5 -99% |
⚠️ No clear +EV edge found for this game.
Predicted Outcome
The New Zealand Warriors are slight to moderate favorites. Predictive models assign a 61% chance of a Warriors win (per Stats Insider), while other sources have the margin much tighter, with the Warriors at 51-56% likelihood. The Dragons offer value at their current odds, but the Warriors are the safer pick for victory, with a predicted winning margin of 2-4 points. The total points market suggests a moderate-scoring game, possibly just under the line given the defensive tendencies and stakes involved.
Predicted Score: New Zealand Warriors 22-18 St George Illawarra Dragons