Go Media Stadium will play host to Sunday's Round 12 NRL game between New Zealand Warriors and Canberra Raiders. The game kicks off at 4:05 pm with New Zealand Warriors heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the New Zealand Warriors vs. Canberra Raiders game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Sunday May 25, 2025 at 4:05 pm
Where: Go Media Stadium
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New Zealand Warriors vs Canberra Raiders Odds
New Zealand Warriors vs Canberra Raiders Preview
Round 12’s headline clash sees the Warriors hosting the Raiders at Go Media Stadium in a high-stakes Top 4 encounter — but it’s Canberra who may have the upper hand, even on foreign soil.
The Raiders arrive with a significantly stronger points differential (+64 to the Warriors’ +5), suggesting New Zealand’s recent form may be flattering to deceive.
Historically, interstate underdogs have thrived during the Origin period, covering the line 64% of the time. Canberra also carry momentum from recent matchups, having won the last two meetings. They’ve covered in five of their last six games after scoring 40 or more points, while the Warriors have struggled to deliver as favourites — failing to cover in eight of their last 13 outings in that role.
Zac Hosking remains a consistent threat on the edge, crossing for three tries in his last four appearances, while Savelio Tamale is finding his rhythm with six tries in his last ten.
Expect the Green Machine to send a strong message in Auckland.
New Zealand Warriors vs Canberra Raiders Tip
We're tipping New Zealand Warriors to win at $1.75 odds.
New Zealand Warriors vs Canberra Raiders Teams
Warriors team: 1. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad 2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak 3. Adam Pompey 4. Kurt Capewell 5. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck 6. Chanel Harris-Tavita 7. Luke Metcalf 8. Jackson Ford 9. Wayde Egan 10. Bunty Afoa 11. Leka Halasima 12. Marata Niukore 13. Erin Clark 14. Te Maire Martin 15. Jacob Laban 16. Demitric Vaimauga 17. Tanner Stowers-Smith 18. Tom Ale 20. Samuel Healey 21. Tanah Boyd 22. Ali Leiataua 23. Taine Tuaupiki
Raiders team: 1. Kaeo Weekes 2. Savelio Tamale 3. Matthew Timoko 4. Sebastian Kris 5. Xavier Savage 6. Ethan Strange 7. Jamal Fogarty 8. Corey Horsburgh 9. Tom Starling 10. Joseph Tapine 11. Simi Sasagi 12. Zac Hosking 13. Morgan Smithies 14. Owen Pattie 15. Noah Martin 16. Josh Papali’i 17. Ata Mariota 18. Jed Stuart 19. Trey Mooney 20. Danny Levi 21. Pasami Saulo 22. Chevy Stewart