Match Analysis: Newcastle Knights vs New Zealand Warriors – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 20 July 2025
- Time: 6:05 AM UTC
- Location: McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle
Game Overview
The Newcastle Knights face off against the New Zealand Warriors in a defensive struggle, with the Warriors favored due to their superior form and power ranking. The match promises to be a closely contested, low-scoring affair.
Key Factors to Consider
- The Warriors have a strong power ranking of 8.33 compared to the Knights' 15.17, indicating more potent attacking capability. The Knights are driven by desperation, playing for pride.
- Recent meetings suggest a competitive yet low-scoring match, as both teams prioritize defensive structure.
- Notable absences include Dylan Lucas for the Knights, replaced by Brodie Jones in the back row. Tyson Gamble is on the bench.
- The game's setting at McDonald Jones Stadium traditionally favors tight, grinding matches where home advantage is significant.
- The Knights are highly motivated by home support and pride, while the Warriors seek to maintain their impressive away form.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Newcastle Knights: 190, New Zealand Warriors: -230, Draw: 2200 | Warriors win | β β β ββ 59% |
| Spread | Newcastle Knights: +7.5, New Zealand Warriors: -7.5 | Warriors win but Knights cover the spread | β β β ββ 55% |
| Over/under | Over 43.5: -115, Under 43.5: -115 | Under | β β β ββ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | New Zealand Warriors 1258% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 43.5 12% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: New Zealand Warriors at 1258% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 57.2% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
The Warriors are expected to win but by a narrow margin, with a likely low-scoring match.
Predicted Score: Warriors 20 – Knights 13