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South Sydney Rabbitohs vs North Queensland Cowboys NRL Tips - Bunnies reign supreme in Perth
The South Sydney Rabbitohs are anticipated to maintain their strong performance this season despite injuries. Under coach Wayne Bennett, they have won four of their five games, showing significant defensive improvements. Key players like Latrell Mitchell and Alex Johnston are expected to play pivotal roles. The North Queensland Cowboys have seen mixed results but showed resilience in recent games. The game is predicted to have under 49.5 total points, with Alex Johnston likely to score. Despite injuries, the Rabbitohs aim to secure a win against the Cowboys, with expectations of another strong defensive display.
- South Sydney Rabbitohs vs North Queensland Cowboys expert predictions for Saturday's NRL Round 6 game
- Kick off is at 5.30pm AEST at Optus Stadium
- Rabbitohs backed for fifth win of the season & sixth straight game going Under 49.5 points
- Alex Johnston returns from injury & can cross for another meat pie
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South Sydney Rabbitohs vs North Queensland Cowboys, NRL Round 6 2025 - Expert Prediction
South Sydney are tipped to continue their strong start to the season, despite losing three players to hamstring injuries last week in the win over the Roosters.
- South Sydney Rabbitohs vs North Queensland Cowboys, NRL Round 6 2025 - Expert Prediction
- Head To Head
- South Sydney Rabbitohs Form Analysis & Betting Trends
- Recent Form
- 2025 Betting Trends
- South Sydney Rabbitohs Team News
- South Sydney Rabbitohs Team List
- North Queensland Cowboys Form Analysis & Betting Trends
- Recent Form
- 2025 Betting Trends
- North Queensland Cowboys Team News
- North Queensland Cowboys Team List
It hasn't taken long for Wayne Bennett to work his magic upon his return to Redfern, with the master coach guiding the Rabbitohs to four wins from five games to launch the season.
The Bunnies' defence has improved significantly from last season, which bodes well for any potential premiership charge. Latrell is back on deck, slotting into five-eighth this week for the injured Cody Walker, with his controversial pass to Isaiah Tass getting Souths over the line last week.
Under 49.5 Total Points and a Souths upset are the two main plays for this game. The jury is still out on the Cowboys for me. Todd Payten's side did well to become the latest team to beat the Panthers last week, but how will they fare in their first trip to Perth since 1997? I'm yet to be convinced by the Cowboys, while Souths have been extremely impressive all season, restricting their opponents to 18 points or less in three of their five games. As always, Alex Johnston is the go-to man for Anytime Tryscorer.
- Rabbitohs have won four of their five games in 2025
- Cowboys have lost two of their three games outside QLD this season
- Under 49.5 points has landed in the last four meetings between the teams
- Under 49.5 points has landed in all five of the Rabbitohs' games this season
- Under 49.5 points has landed in three of the Cowboys' last four games
- Alex Johnston has scored at least one try in four of his last five games vs Cowboys & scored in his only appearance this season in Round 4 vs Panthers
Head To Head
The Cowboys have won three of the last four meetings between the teams, including a most-recent 28-22 triumph in Round 11 last year, with Tom Dearden scoring a double.
South Sydney Rabbitohs Form Analysis & Betting Trends
Recent Form
| Last 5 W/L | Last 5 ATS | Last 5 O/U |
|---|---|---|
| 4-1 | 4-1 | 0-5 |
It's been a brilliant start to the season for the Rabbitohs, winning four of their five games, with their lone loss coming on the road against Cronulla.
Souths have been gutsy and showcased immense fight in all of their performances this year, with all four of their wins coming by a 1-12 margin.
Despite losing the likes of Cody Walker, Jamie Humphries and Mikaele Ravalawa last week, the Rabbitohs still managed to hold off the Roosters, emerging triumphant by a 20-14 score. Latrell and Jayden Sullivan combined well in a makeshift halves pairing and have been given the nod again by Bennett in Perth.
2025 Betting Trends
| ATS | Over/Under | 1-12 | 13+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-1 | 0-5 | 4-0 | 0-1 |
South Sydney Rabbitohs Team News
Alex Johnston returns on the wing after missing last week with a rib injury, with Euan Aitken also back to play his first game of the season at centre.
Latrell and Jayden Sullivan are the new halves pairing, replacing Cody Walker and Jamie Humphreys, who are both out with hamstring injuries.
South Sydney Rabbitohs Team List
1. Jye Gray
2. Alex Johnston
3. Euan Aitken
4. Jack Wighton
5. Isaiah Tass
6. Latrell Mitchell
7. Jayden Sullivan
8. Sean Keppie
9. Peter Mamouzelos
10. Tevita Tatola
11. Keaon Koloamatangi
12. Jai Arrow
13. Lachlan Hubner
Interchange
14. Liam Le Blanc
15. Siliva Havili
16. Tallis Duncan
17. Davvy Moale
Reserves
18. Thomas Fletcher
19. Salesi Ataata
20. Fletcher Myers
21. Haizyn Mellars
22. Nazareth Taua
North Queensland Cowboys Form Analysis & Betting Trends
Recent Form
| Last 5 W/L | Last 5 ATS | Last 5 O/U |
|---|---|---|
| 2-3 | 3-2 | 2-3 |
It was a dire start to the season for the Cowboys, leaking 42 and 36 points in defeats to the Sea Eagles and Sharks, while they were also upstaged 26-16 in the derby against Brisbane.
However, to their credit, North Queensland have turned things around over the last fortnight, toppling the Raiders 30-20 at home before holding off a late charge from Penrith to record a 22-18 upset as $4.40 outsiders.
The Cowboys' outside backs repeatedly got them out of trouble against the Panthers, with Robert Derby, Murray Taulagi, Scott Drinkwater, Jaxon Purdue and Viliami Vailea having the most runs out of any player in the team.
2025 Betting Trends
| ATS | Over/Under | 1-12 | 13+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-2 | 2-3 | 2-1 | 0-2 |
North Queensland Cowboys Team News
Reuben Cotter returns following a bout of illness that caused him to miss the win over Penrith. Sam McIntyre goes back to the bench, while Harrison Edwards is 18th man.
North Queensland Cowboys Team List
1. Scott Drinkwater
2. Robert Derby
3. Jaxon Purdue
4. Viliami Vailea
5. Murray Taulagi
6. Tom Dearden
7. Jake Clifford
8. Jordan McLean
9. Reece Robson
10. Jason Taumalolo
11. John Bateman
12. Kai O’Donnell
13. Reuben Cotter
Interchange
14. Sam McIntyre
15. Jeremiah Nanai
16. Griffin Neame
17. Coen Hess
Reserves
18. Harrison Edwards
19. Zac Laybutt
20. Thomas Duffy
21. Karl Lawton
22. Thomas Mikaele
Verdict
Souths can extend their great start to the season by securing an upset win over the Cowboys in a match that produces Under 49.5 total points.
Alex Johnston is one of the most prolific tryscorers in NRL history and can cross for a fifth try in six games vs the Cows.
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