Suncorp Stadium will play host to Saturday's Round 23 NRL game between Dolphins and Sydney Roosters. The game kicks off at 5:30 pm with Sydney Roosters heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Dolphins vs. Sydney Roosters game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Saturday August 9, 2025 at 5:30 pm

Where: Suncorp Stadium

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Dolphins vs Sydney Roosters Preview

A finals-defining showdown awaits at Suncorp Stadium as the eighth-placed Dolphins host a resurgent Roosters outfit lurking just two points back. Both sides arrive with a spring in their step, but momentum – and history – tilts towards the visitors.

The Dolphins edged the Warriors 20-18 in Auckland last week, their second nail-biter triumph of the year, but paid a heavy price with strike centre Herbie Farnworth ruled out by a hamstring strain. Wayne Bennett’s men boast a healthy points differential yet remain vulnerable in tight finishes – a flaw likely to be tested again.

The Roosters snapped a two-game slump with a controlled 20-4 win over Manly in the wet, built on defensive grit and standout performances from James Tedesco and Sam Walker.

Having claimed three straight wins over the Dolphins since their Round 1 upset loss last year, the Tricolours appear well placed to extend that run on Sunday.