Leichhardt Oval will play host to Saturday's Round 2 NRL game between Wests Tigers and North Queensland Cowboys. The game kicks off at 3:00 pm with Wests Tigers heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Wests Tigers vs. North Queensland Cowboys game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Saturday March 14, 2026 at 3:00 pm
Where: Leichhardt Oval
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Wests Tigers vs North Queensland Cowboys Odds
Wests Tigers vs North Queensland Cowboys Preview
Wests Tigers begin their 2026 campaign at Leichhardt Oval looking to capitalise on a Cowboys side still smarting from a disappointing opening-round performance. North Queensland struggled in Las Vegas, falling 28-18 to Newcastle after being outmuscled through the middle.
The Tigers field an exciting young backline, including teenage centre Heamasi Makasini, while experienced hooker Apisai Koroisau will again play a central organising role. North Queensland will rely on playmakers Scott Drinkwater and Tom Dearden to spark a response.
Recent history favours the Cowboys, who have won the last five meetings between the clubs. However, with the Tigers traditionally lifting at Leichhardt Oval and both sides capable of attacking football, this contest could quickly develop into a high-scoring encounter.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Wests Tigers to win at $1.55 odds.
First Try Scorer
First Try Scorer: Luke Laulilii at $10.00.
Wests Tigers vs North Queensland Cowboys Teams
Tigers team: 1. Jahream Bula 2. Sunia Turuva 3. Taylan May 4. Heamasi Makasini 5. Luke Laulilii 6. Jarome Luai 7. Adam Doueihi 8. Terrell May 9. Apisai Koroisau 10. Fonua Pole 11. Samuela Fainu 12. Kai Pearce-Paul 13. Alex Twal 14. Jock Madden 15. Sione Fainu 16. Royce Hunt 17. Alex Seyfarth 18. Tristan Hope 19. Jeral Skelton 20. Mavrik Geyer 21. Tony Sukkar 22. Heath Mason
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. Sam McIntyre 13. Reuben Cotter 14. Soni Luke 15. Kai O’Donnell 16. Griffin Neame 17. Matthew Lodge 18. Liam Sutton 19. Ethan King 20. Robert Derby 21. Harrison Edwards 22. Kaiden Lahrs