Match Analysis: St George Illawarra Dragons vs Cronulla Sutherland Sharks – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-09
- Time: 5:00 AM UTC
- Location: Netstrata Jubilee Stadium, Sydney
Game Overview
A tight NRL derby between southern Sydney rivals with near parity in recent form and performance metrics, expected to be a close, low-scoring contest reflective of derby intensity.
Key Factors to Consider
- Both teams exhibit strong defense and balanced attack; Sharks have marginally better recent form with a 70-77% win probability in modeling but Dragons build momentum approaching this match.
- Virtually even split in recent derby matchups; no dominant side with equal power rankings and similar scoring and defensive statistics.
- No major injury news publicly available indicating significant absences for either side; squads appear near full-strength.
- Dragons at home in an intense derby atmosphere at Jubilee Stadium which may slightly enhance their performance; Sharks have strong away record but face hostile environment.
- Sharks highly motivated aiming for finals push; Dragons motivated by home ground pride and derby rivalry making this a high-intensity matchup.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Cronulla Sharks: -205, St George Illawarra Dragons: 172, Draw: 2200 | Cronulla Sharks | β β β β β 70% |
Spread | Cronulla Sharks -7.5: -115, St George Illawarra Dragons +7.5: -115 | Cronulla Sharks -7.5 | β β β ββ 60% |
Over/under | Over 46.5: -115, Under 46.5: -115 | Under 46.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
---|---|
Moneyline | Cronulla Sutherland Sharks 1096% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Under 46.5 12% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Cronulla Sutherland Sharks at 1096% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 49.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Moneyline prediction favors Cronulla Sharks to win, but the market undervalues Dragons' chance suggesting potential value on Dragons for spread and moneyline. Spread predicted to favor Sharks covering -7.5 given their superior form with moderate confidence. Total points expected under 46.5 due to derby intensity limiting scoring.
Predicted Score: Cronulla Sharks 22 – St George Illawarra Dragons 15