Queensland Country Bank Stadium will play host to Friday's Round 8 NRL game between North Queensland Cowboys and Cronulla Sharks. The game kicks off at 6:00 pm with Cronulla Sharks heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the North Queensland Cowboys vs. Cronulla Sharks game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Friday April 24, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Where: Queensland Country Bank Stadium
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North Queensland Cowboys vs Cronulla Sharks Odds
North Queensland Cowboys vs Cronulla Sharks Preview
This shapes as one of the tighter contests of the round, with Cronulla’s dynamic spine set to test a Cowboys middle that has struggled under fatigue. Nicho Hynes and Braydon Trindall thrive when given momentum, and the Sharks’ ability to generate quick ruck speed could prove pivotal. North Queensland boast strike power of their own, but consistency remains an issue. Expect Cronulla to challenge late if they control possession.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Cronulla Sharks to win at $1.87 odds.
First Try Scorer
First Try Scorer: Samuel Stonestreet at $9.75.
North Queensland Cowboys vs Cronulla Sharks Teams
Cowboys team: 1. Scott Drinkwater 2. Braidon Burns 3. Jaxon Purdue 4. Tomas Chester 5. Murray Taulagi 6. Jake Clifford 7. Tom Dearden 8. Coen Hess 9. Reed Mahoney 10. Jason Taumalolo 11. Heilum Luki 12. Jeremiah Nanai 13. Reuben Cotter 14. Soni Luke 15. Sam McIntyre 16. Thomas Mikaele 17. Griffin Neame 18. Matthew Lodge 19. Kai O’Donnell 20. Zac Laybutt 21. Kaiden Lahrs 22. Robert Derby
Sharks team: 1. William Kennedy 2. Mawene Hiroti 3. Siosifa Talakai 4. KL Iro 5. Samuel Stonestreet 6. Braydon Trindall 7. Nicho Hynes 8. Addin Fonua-Blake 9. Blayke Brailey 10. Toby Rudolf 11. Billy Burns 12. Teig Wilton 13. Jesse Colquhoun 14. Briton Nikora 15. Cameron McInnes 16. Oregon Kaufusi 17. Thomas Hazelton 18. Hohepa Puru 19. Tuku Hau Tapuha 20. Riley Jones 21. Riley Pollard 22. Sione Katoa