2024 NRL Round 1 Matches to Must Bet On

The opening round of matches in the NRL continue this weekend, with the remaining 12 teams in action across the weekend. The reigning champions will open their season in one of the standout clashes, as the Penrith Panthers travel to the Melbourne Storm.

You can find out predictions for the opening round of matches in the NRL this weekend here, so, let’s check out the different NRL Round 1 odds available this week.

2024 NRL Round 1 Odds to Rugby Matches of the Weekends | MyBookie Rugby Betting Preview for the Top Games

2024 NRL season | 117th season of professional rugby league in Australia / 27th season run by the National Rugby League

Warriors vs Sharks

Two sides that enjoyed consistent campaigns in 2023 will open their season in a head-to-head clash on Friday, with the New Zealand Warriors hosting the Cronulla Sharks. The Warriors emerged as shock dark horse contenders at the playoff stage last term, before their journey was ultimately ended in comprehensive fashion by the Brisbane Broncos.

Meanwhile, the Sharks will be hoping for much better this season after falling at the opening hurdle of the playoffs against the Sydney Roosters. However, we struggle to see anything other than a home win for the Warriors in this NRL opener.

Warriors vs Sharks
UFC Betting Pick: Warriors | Lines for NRL Games MyBookie Betting Lines for the Game

Storm vs Panthers

The standout team from the last two seasons in the NRL will be looking to continue their dynasty by reaching a third straight Grand Final. It could be hard to back against the Penrith Panthers from achieving that unprecedented honor, as they continued to showcase their strengths at both ends of the field in the final stages of the tournament last year.

However, this is a tricky opening day assignment for the reigning champions, with the Storm showing their quality to reach the preliminary finals last season. They are certainly a team going in the right direction, but the Panthers were commanding 38-4 winners in the previous clash between the sides, and a repeat result looks to be on the cards this weekend.

Storm vs Panthers
UFC Betting Pick: Panthers | Lines for NRL Games MyBookie Betting Lines for the Game

Titans vs Dragons

This promises to be a huge season for both the Titans and Dragons, as both failed to lay a glove on the sides in the playoff positions throughout last term. The Gold Coast Titans eventually finished the 2023 season down in 14th after winning just nine of their 24 matches.

Meanwhile, the Dragons fared worse after winning just five teams. There will be key questions hanging over both of these sides from a defensive perspective, and it’s likely that both will be hoping to make a positive impression when the season gets underway. But, the Titans should be capable of sending the home fans away happy in this opener.

Titans vs Dragons
UFC Betting Pick: Titans | Lines for NRL Games MyBookie Betting Lines for the Game

Dolphins vs Cowboys

It ultimately wasn’t the debut season in the NRL that the Dolphins was hoping for, as they dropped down the standings at a quick rate after making a solid start to the season. This term, they will have greater experience within their ranks, and it could be little surprise to see them competing for one of the final playoff positions.

The Cowboys also missed out on a playoff spot last season after losing 12 of their 24 matches in the competition. This isn’t the easiest showdown for the visiting team, and it could be worth siding with the Dolphins to pick up an opening day win in front of their home fans.

Dolphins vs Cowboys
UFC Betting Pick: Dolphins | Lines for NRL Games MyBookie Betting Lines for the Game

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