GIO Stadium will play host to Thursday's Round 12 NRL game between Canberra Raiders and Dolphins. The game kicks off at 7:50 pm with Canberra Raiders heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Canberra Raiders vs. Dolphins game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Thursday May 21, 2026 at 7:50 pm
Where: GIO Stadium
Bet: Bet On This Match HERE
Canberra Raiders vs Dolphins Odds
Canberra Raiders vs Dolphins Preview
Canberra returns from the bye looking to reignite its season when it hosts an undermanned Dolphins outfit at GIO Stadium on Thursday night. The Raiders have lost three of their past four matches, including a disappointing defeat to Penrith in their most recent appearance, leaving Ricky Stuart’s side chasing consistency heading into an important stretch of home fixtures. Canberra will lose key forwards Hudson Young and Ethan Strange to Origin duties, but the return of Xavier Savage and Zac Hosking adds some much-needed spark and experience. The Dolphins, meanwhile, arrive full of confidence after climbing into the top eight with three straight wins, highlighted by an impressive victory over South Sydney. However, Kristian Woolf’s side has been heavily disrupted by Origin selections and injuries, with several first-choice stars unavailable. These sides produced entertaining contests last season, splitting two high-scoring meetings in an evenly matched rivalry.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Canberra Raiders to win at $1.65 odds.
First Try Scorer
First Try Scorer: Xavier Savage at $8.50.
Canberra Raiders vs Dolphins Teams
Raiders team: 1. Kaeo Weekes 2. Savelio Tamale 3. Sebastian Kris 4. Matthew Timoko 5. Xavier Savage 6. Daine Laurie 7. Ethan Sanders 8. Corey Horsburgh 9. Tom Starling 10. Joseph Tapine 11. Ata Mariota 12. Zac Hosking 13. Jayden Brailey 14. Owen Pattie 15. Jordan Uta 16. Morgan Smithies 17. Jed Stuart 18. Chevy Stewart 19. Jake Clydsdale 20. Coby Black 21. Vena Patuki-Case 22. Ethan Alaia
Dolphins team: 1. Trai Fuller 2. Jamayne Isaako 3. Jack Bostock 4. Herbie Farnworth 5. Tevita Naufahu 6. Brad Schneider 7. Isaiya Katoa 8. Felise Kaufusi 9. Jeremy Marshall-King 10. Francis Molo 11. Connelly Lemuelu 12. Kulikefu Finefeuiaki 13. Morgan Knowles 14. Kurt Donoghoe 15. Ray Stone 16. Tom Gilbert 17. Oryn Keeley 18. Brian Pouniu 19. Lewis Symonds 20. John Fineanganofo 21. LJ Nonu 22. Patrick Kailahi