CommBank Stadium will play host to Saturday's Round 25 NRL game between Parramatta Eels and Sydney Roosters. The game kicks off at 7:35 pm with Sydney Roosters heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Parramatta Eels vs. Sydney Roosters game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Saturday August 23, 2025 at 7:35 pm
Where: CommBank Stadium
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Parramatta Eels vs Sydney Roosters Odds
Parramatta Eels vs Sydney Roosters Preview
Parramatta will look to halt a red-hot Sydney Roosters outfit when the two sides clash at CommBank Stadium on Saturday night. The Eels have shown renewed resilience in recent weeks, claiming wins over Brisbane and North Queensland before a narrow 20-16 loss to Souths. Their defence has tightened considerably, keeping opponents to 20 points or fewer in four straight games. Joash Papalii moves into the halves alongside Isaiah Iongi, while Dylan Walker adds punch through the middle.
The Roosters, on the other hand, have surged into the top eight with three commanding victories, their latest a 32-12 dismantling of Canterbury. Sam Walker’s return has sparked their attack, James Tedesco is back to vintage best, and Naufahu Whyte has stepped up as a pack enforcer. Veteran winger Daniel Tupou is out, paving the way for Junior Tupou’s debut. The Roosters have dominated this matchup, winning 10 of the past 12 meetings, and current form suggests they’ll have the edge once again.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Sydney Roosters to win at $1.35 odds.
First Try Scorer
First Try Scorer: Mark Nawaqanitawase at $6.20.
Parramatta Eels vs Sydney Roosters Teams
Eels team: 1. Isaiah Iongi 2. Zac Lomax 3. Viliami Penisini 4. Dylan Brown 5. Josh Addo-Carr 6. Joash Papali’i 7. Mitchell Moses 8. J’maine Hopgood 9. Ryley Smith 10. Junior Paulo 11. Kelma Tuilagi 12. Jack Williams 13. Dylan Walker 14. Tallyn Da Silva 15. Charlie Guymer 16. Matt Doorey 17. Jordan Samrani 18. Dean Hawkins 19. Haze Dunster 20. Dan Keir 21. Toni Mataele 22. Joey Lussick
Roosters team: 1. James Tedesco 2. Junior Tupou 3. Billy Smith 4. Robert Toia 5. Mark Nawaqanitawase 6. Hugo Savala 7. Sam Walker 8. Naufahu Whyte 9. Connor Watson 10. Lindsay Collins 11. Angus Crichton 12. Siua Wong 13. Victor Radley 14. Benaiah Ioelu 15. Salesi Foketi 16. Egan Butcher 17. Spencer Leniu 18. Ethan King 19. Blake Steep 20. Taylor Losalu 21. Sandon Smith 22. Tom Rodwell