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Cronulla Sharks vs Parramatta Eels NRL Round 9 Tips - Eels wave the wand first in Magic Round

Jeremy Darke

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Last updated: Wed 30 Apr 2025 10:12

Jeremy Darke 30 Apr 2025

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Cronulla Sharks vs Parramatta Eels expert predictions for Friday’s Round 9 NRL game
Kick off is at 6:00 PM (AEDT) at Suncorp Stadium
Mitch Moses' return gives Eels a tactical advantage over the Sharks.
Despite strong stats, Sharks struggle with converting field position into points.

Jez explains why the Eels could snag another.

Cronulla Sharks vs Parramatta Eels, Round 9 2025 - Expert Prediction

An upset is on the cards as the Eels look to string together back-to-back wins for just the second time since July 2023.

Cronulla Sharks vs Parramatta Eels, Round 9 2025 - Expert Prediction
Head to Head
Cronulla Sharks Form Analysis & Betting Trends
Cronulla Sharks Team News
Cronulla Sharks Team List
Parramatta Eels Form Analysis & Betting Trends
Parramatta Eels Team News
Parramatta Eels Team List
Cronulla Sharks vs Parramatta Eels NRL 2025 Round 9 FAQ’s

Mitch Moses' return made a world of difference all over the park for the Eels as they won the battle of the west against the Tigers before having an extra week to work on things before kicking off Magic Round.

The Sharks couldn’t do the same against Wests in Round 8, putting in another underdone performance which is why they are predicted to be vulnerable against the Eels. Parra could pinch this one but getting 5.5 points is the better option.

Cronulla’s attack has been letting them down, needing a lot of field position and tackles inside the opposition 20m to score points. With Mosses dictating the territory with his superior kicking game the Sharks are expected to struggle to get their chances thus fail to score over 26 points in the match.

Cronulla have been vulnerable on their line to opposing halves recently and with Dylan Brown focusing purely on his running game, expect the Eels five-eighth to cross.

Parramatta have won 3 of the last 5 against Cronulla losing by 4 points or less in their two losses since the 2020 season.
Cronulla are ranked 10th in the NRL in points scored (20.4/G) in their last 5 matches.
Mitchell Moses had 4 try assists and 3 linebreak assists in his return.
A half has scored 3 tries against Cronulla in their last 3 games.

Head to Head

Parramatta have the stronger record against Cronulla, winning 4 of the last 7 matches.

The Eels beat the Sharks 34-22 at Commabank Stadium last season after leading 16-10 at half time.

Cronulla Sharks Form Analysis & Betting Trends

Recent Form

Last 5 W/L	Last 5 ATS	Last 5 O/U
2-3	2-3	2-3

The Sharks haven’t been as dominant to start the season as Craig Fitzgibbon would have liked and they got what they deserved against the West Tigers in Round 8, which was a 20-18 loss.

Despite having more chances inside their opponents 20m the Sharks failed to capitalize highlighting their issue of poor try scoring efficiency in the red zone, failing to convert good field position into points.

Cronulla rank in the top three in run metres, tackles inside 20m and possession, however, are 10th in the NRL in points scored in their last 5 matches. Nicho Hynes and Braydon Trindall are unable to create and their set plays are too basic to break their opponents line.

2025 Betting Trends

ATS	Over/Under	1-12	13+
3-5	3-5	1-3	3-1

Cronulla Sharks Team News

KL Iro returns to the centres under his new name, replacing Mawene Hiroti who injured his knee last weekend.

Braden Hamlin-Uelewill return to the Sharks bench with Tuku Hau Tapuha being dropped.

Cronulla Sharks Team List

1. Will Kennedy

2. Samuel Stonestreet

3. Jesse Ramien

4. KL Iro

5. Ronaldo Mulitalo

6. Braydon Trindall

7. Nicho Hynes

8. Addin Fonua-Blake

9. Blayke Brailey

10. Oregon Kaufusi

11. Briton Nikora

12. Billy Burns

13. Cameron McInnes

Interchange

14. Daniel Atkinson

15. Sifa Talakai

16. Braden Hamlin-Uele

17. Tom Hazelton

Reserves

18. Jayden Berrell

19. Tuku Hau Tapuha

20. Jesse Colquhoun

21. Hohepa Puru

Parramatta Eels Form Analysis & Betting Trends

Recent Form

Last 5 W/L	Last 5 ATS	Last 5 O/U
2-3	4-1	2-3

You are only as good as your last performance and for the Eels it was a cracker, beating the Tigers 38-22.

Obviously, all eyes were on the return of NSW halfback Mitch Moses and he certainly didn't disappoint with 3 linebreak assists and 4 try assists along with taking the in-play kicking duties, which made the world of difference.

Moses took over the kicking duties from Dylan Brown which brought the best out of his five-eight’s game, with Brown running for 164 metres in the match, letting moses dictate the play.

The concern for the Eels is their pack, but even they lifted last match with the team running for 1415 metres, which is over 100 metres more than their season average.

2025 Betting Trends

ATS	Over/Under	1-12	13+
4-3	3-4	1-1	1-4

Parramatta Eels Team News

Charlie Guymer comes straight into the second row to replace the suspended Kelma Tuilagi in the only change for Jason Ryles side that beat the Tigers before the bye.

Parramatta Eels Team List

1. Isaiah Iongi

2. Bailey Simonsson

3. Will Penisini

4. Sean Russell

5. Josh Addo-Carr

6. Dylan Brown

7. Mitch Moses

8. Jack Williams

9. Ryley Smith

10. Junior Paulo

11. Charlie Guymer

12. Kitione Kautoga

13. J'maine Hopgood

Interchange

14. Dylan Walker

15. Luca Moretti

16. Matt Doorey

17. Sam Tuivaiti

Reserves

18. Ryan Matterson

19. Joash Papalii

20. Dean Hawkins

21. Bryce Cartwright

22. Jordan Samrani

Cronulla Sharks vs Parramatta Eels NRL 2025 Round 9 FAQ’s

How to watch Cronulla Sharks vs Parramatta Eels NRL 2025 Round 9?

You can watch the Cronulla Sharks vs Parramatta Eels NRL 2025 Round 9 game via Fox Sports or Kayo Sports. If you are watching from outside of Australia the WatchNRL app is the perfect solution.

How to buy tickets to Cronulla Sharks vs Parramatta Eels NRL 2025 Round 9?

To buy tickets to the Cronulla Sharks vs Parramatta Eels NRL 2025 Round 9 game check the NRL website or the official Cronulla Sharks site.

Verdict

Cronulla Sharks v Parramatta Eels

The Eels could get the upset but are expected to cover with a 5.5-point start as the underdog. Points will be tough for Cronulla so they will not reach their 26.5 point game total.

Dylan Brown is the value try scorer for the Eels.

Parramatta +5.5

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