CommBank Stadium will play host to Sunday's Round 23 NRL game between Parramatta Eels and North Queensland Cowboys. The game kicks off at 4:05 pm with Parramatta Eels heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Parramatta Eels vs. North Queensland Cowboys game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Sunday August 10, 2025 at 4:05 pm
Where: CommBank Stadium
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Parramatta Eels vs North Queensland Cowboys Odds
Parramatta Eels vs North Queensland Cowboys Preview
Parramatta will look to continue their late-season revival when they host a shaky North Queensland side at CommBank Stadium on Saturday night. With both sides hovering near the foot of the ladder, the result could prove pivotal in avoiding the wooden spoon.
The Eels have shown renewed grit in recent weeks, backing up a shock 22-20 win over the Broncos with a narrow loss to Melbourne. Mitch Moses has been instrumental in their resurgence, while Joash Papalii continues to impress at fullback.
In contrast, the Cowboys remain the NRL’s leakiest defence, conceding over 32 points in six of their past nine games. They welcome back several key players, including Jason Taumalolo and Jake Clifford, but their interstate form is dire – winless outside Queensland since April.
Parramatta have taken five of the last seven clashes between the clubs, and with Moses steering the ship, they should be too sharp and disciplined at home for a Cowboys outfit still searching for cohesion.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Parramatta Eels to win at $1.64 odds.
First Try Scorer
First Try Scorer: Zac Lomax at $7.25.
Parramatta Eels vs North Queensland Cowboys Teams
Eels team: 1. Joash Papali’i 2. Zac Lomax 3. Viliami Penisini 4. Jordan Samrani 5. Josh Addo-Carr 6. Dean Hawkins 7. Mitchell Moses 8. J’maine Hopgood 9. Ryley Smith 10. Junior Paulo 11. Charlie Guymer 12. Jack Williams 13. Dylan Walker 14. Tallyn Da Silva 15. Luca Moretti 16. Matt Doorey 17. Kelma Tuilagi 18. Ronald Volkman 19. Dan Keir 20. Haze Dunster 21. Toni Mataele 22. Dylan Brown
Cowboys team: 1. Scott Drinkwater 2. Zac Laybutt 3. Jaxon Purdue 4. Viliami Vailea 5. Braidon Burns 6. Jake Clifford 7. Tom Dearden 8. Harrison Edwards 9. Reece Robson 10. Jason Taumalolo 11. John Bateman 12. Jeremiah Nanai 13. Reuben Cotter 14. Marly Bitungane 15. Thomas Mikaele 16. Kai O’Donnell 17. Coen Hess 18. Jaxson Paulo 19. Semi Valemei 20. Nicholas Lenaz 21. Jamal Shibasaki 22. Kaiden Lahrs


