There will be competitive action in the race for a playoff position in the NRL on Friday morning, as the Warriors will be looking for a fourth straight victory. However, the New Zealand-based club will need to be at its very best to see off the competition from the Rabbitohs, who currently sit eighth in the rugby standings. You can find our Warriors vs Rabbitohs prediction and rugby odds below.
Warriors vs Rabbitohs Information
New Zealand Warriors vs South Sydney Rabbitohs
Location of the Game: Go Media Stadium Mt Smart, Penrose, New Zealand
Date and Time: Friday, June 30, 2023. 4:00 AM ET
How to Watch: NRL Player
Warriors vs Rabbitohs Recent Scores
This will only be the fourth clash between the Warriors and Rabbitohs in the NRL. The overall record between the sides makes for bleak reading for the Warriors, as they have lost all three previous clashes. Their most recent defeat came at the start of June, with the Rabbitohs landing a 24-22 victory on home soil.
Warriors vs Rabbitohs Betting Analysis
Warriors are on a roll, eyeing a top-four spot
The Warriors appear to be building momentum at this stage of the season, as they have smoothly moved into the top five over recent weeks after winning each of their last three matches. They have scored at least 30 points in each of those matches, with their most recent success coming on the road against the Dragons last Friday.
It was a professional display on the road, with the New Zealand-based side winning by a commanding 30-point margin. The victory moved them up into fifth in the overall standings, and they have now won nine of their 15 matches this term. Another victory this weekend could move them to within striking distance of the top of the standings.
Rabbitohs’ recent form a concern ahead of road trip
The Rabbitohs are firmly in the mix to finish the season in a playoff spot in the NRL, as they currently sit eighth in the overall standings. They have won nine of their 16 matches this season, and could move level on points with their rivals on Friday if they are able to record a victory in the road. However, a response will be needed this week, as they were beaten emphatically by the Cowboys last weekend.
That was a second straight defeat for the Rabbitohs, and they have also lost four of their last five matches. Over that period, they have conceded at least 30 points in four of their previous five, with their only exception coming in the form of a 46-26 success over the Titans on the road. Their recent performances have been underwhelming, and that would be a concerning factor before assessing the rugby odds.
Rugby Injury Updates
Before making rugby league predictions it is important to assess the latest team news. Mitch Barnett will return for the Warriors, but the hosts will be without Marata Niukore. Meanwhile, the Rabbitohs will be without Jacob Host, meaning that Jed Cartwright could be handed a start.
Warriors vs Rabbitohs Betting Preview
Moneyline: The Warriors are favored in the betting to land victory this week, as they are currently a -129 chance. A victory for the away side is priced up on moneyline at +105.
Over/Under: It is -115 for there to be over 42.5 match points.
Warriors vs Rabbitohs Betting Prediction
The Rabbitohs dominant record in this fixture is hard to overlook before making a Warriors vs Rabbitohs prediction. However, it could be worth siding with the excellent form of the home side. They have been excellent across their previous three matches, and therefore, we will be siding with the hosts to cover the spread for our Warriors vs Rabbitohs prediction.
- Pick: Warriors (-1.5) (-115)
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