Go Media Stadium will play host to Friday's Round 22 NRL game between New Zealand Warriors and Dolphins. The game kicks off at 6:00 pm with Dolphins heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the New Zealand Warriors vs. Dolphins game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Friday August 1, 2025 at 6:00 pm
Where: Go Media Stadium
Bet: Bet On This Match HERE
New Zealand Warriors vs Dolphins Odds
New Zealand Warriors vs Dolphins Preview
The New Zealand Warriors will be desperate to bounce back when they face the Dolphins at Go Media Stadium on Friday night, after a costly 24-16 defeat to the Titans. That upset tightened the battle for a top-four spot, with Penrith now closing to within three points. The Warriors will look to rediscover the spark that carried them to a gritty 16-12 victory over the Dolphins in Round 11.
Injuries remain a major hurdle for the hosts, with Chanel Harris-Tavita, Wayde Egan and James Fisher-Harris all unavailable. Samuel Healey takes over at hooker, while Te Maire Martin and Demitric Vaimauga are promoted to the starting side.
The Dolphins arrive in Auckland fresh from a bye and buoyed by a commanding 43-24 win over the Cowboys. They’re further strengthened by the return of Kodi Nikorima, Felise Kaufusi and Mark Nicholls, whose experience could prove decisive in this high-stakes clash. With finals spots on the line, a fiery trans-Tasman battle awaits.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Dolphins to win at $1.60 odds.
First Try Scorer
First Try Scorer: Jake Averillo at $9.50.
New Zealand Warriors vs Dolphins Teams
Warriors team: 1. Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad 2. Dallin Watene-Zelezniak 3. Adam Pompey 4. Kurt Capewell 5. Roger Tuivasa-Sheck 6. Te Maire Martin 7. Tanah Boyd 8. Demitric Vaimauga 9. Samuel Healey 10. Jackson Ford 11. Leka Halasima 12. Marata Niukore 13. Erin Clark 14. Taine Tuaupiki 15. Jacob Laban 16. Freddy Lussick 17. Tanner Stowers-Smith 18. Eddie Ieremia 20. Bunty Afoa 21. Edward Kosi 22. Kalani Going 23. Makaia Tafua
Dolphins team: 1. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow 2. Jamayne Isaako 3. Max Feagai 4. Herbie Farnworth 5. Jake Averillo 6. Kodi Nikorima 7. Isaiya Katoa 8. Francis Molo 9. Jeremy Marshall-King 10. Felise Kaufusi 11. Connelly Lemuelu 12. Oryn Keeley 13. Kurt Donoghoe 14. Ray Stone 15. Aublix Tawha 16. Mark Nicholls 17. Josh Kerr 18. Harrison Graham 19. Peter Hola 20. LJ Nonu 21. Kenny Bromwich 22. Tevita Naufahu
