Carrington Park will play host to Saturday's Round 2 NRL game between Penrith Panthers and Cronulla Sharks. The game kicks off at 7:35 pm with Penrith Panthers heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Penrith Panthers vs. Cronulla Sharks game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Saturday March 14, 2026 at 7:35 pm
Where: Carrington Park
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Penrith Panthers vs Cronulla Sharks Odds
Penrith Panthers vs Cronulla Sharks Preview
Penrith’s pursuit of another dominant season gathered momentum in Round 1 with a commanding 26-0 win over the Broncos. Nathan Cleary and Isaah Yeo again directed a clinical performance as the Panthers suffocated Brisbane defensively.
Cronulla also impressed in their opener, dismantling the Titans 50-10 with Braydon Trindall and Nicho Hynes controlling proceedings and centre Jesse Ramien scoring twice.
The Panthers have held the upper hand in this rivalry, winning nine of the last 10 meetings, though the Sharks’ attacking form suggests they will provide a sterner test than most recent opponents.
Played in Bathurst at Carrington Park, the neutral-venue clash adds another layer of intrigue as two genuine finals contenders look to stamp their authority early in the season.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Penrith Panthers to win at $1.33 odds.
First Try Scorer
First Try Scorer: Brian To'o at $8.25.
Penrith Panthers vs Cronulla Sharks Teams
Panthers team: 1. Dylan Edwards 2. Thomas Jenkins 3. Paul Alamoti 4. Casey McLean 5. Brian To’o 6. Blaize Talagi 7. Nathan Cleary 8. Moses Leota 9. Mitch Kenny 10. Lindsay Smith 11. Isaiah Papali’i 12. Luke Garner 13. Isaah Yeo 14. Jack Cogger 15. Billy Phillips 16. Scott Sorensen 17. Kalani Going 18. Izack Tago 19. Freddy Lussick 20. Tom Ale 21. Jack Cole 22. Sione Fonua
Sharks team: 1. William Kennedy 2. Sione Katoa 3. Jesse Ramien 4. KL Iro 5. Samuel Stonestreet 6. Braydon Trindall 7. Nicho Hynes 8. Addin Fonua-Blake 9. Blayke Brailey 10. Thomas Hazelton 11. Briton Nikora 12. Billy Burns 13. Jesse Colquhoun 14. Siosifa Talakai 15. Toby Rudolf 16. Oregon Kaufusi 17. Braden Hamlin-Uele 18. Hohepa Puru 19. Chris Veaila 20. Jayden Berrell 21. Niwhai Puru 22. Michael Gabrael