2026 NRL Round 3
2026 NRL Round 3 Tips (Photo by Kai Schwoerer/Getty Images)
Bets.com.au NRL experts give their previews and predictions for every game of 2026 NRL Round 3.
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20 Mar 2026Parramatta Eels vs St George Illawarra Dragons NRL Round 3 Tips - Down to the Wire
- Dragons expected to cover 5.5 points as underdogs.
- Both teams struggle with defensive issues; anticipate high-scoring match.
- Val Holmes noted as top player due to recent form.
- Kick off is at 4:05 PM (AEST) on Sunday 22nd March at CommBank Stadium
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20 Mar 2026North QLD Cowboys vs Gold Coast Titans NRL Round 3 Tips - Titans To Come Out On Top
- The expert prediction favors the Titans covering +5.5 against Cowboys.
- Beau Fermor is highlighted as a probable key tryscorer.
- Despite past struggles, Titans showcased improved defense and scoring capabilities.
- Kick off is at 6:15 PM (AEST) on Sunday March 22nd at Queensland Country Bank Stadium
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19 Mar 2026South Sydney Rabbitohs vs Wests Tigers NRL Round 3 Tips & Prediction - Bunnies to prevail in Gosford
- South Sydney Rabbitohs vs Wests Tigers predictions for Saturday's NRL R3 game
- Bunnies with a strong record over Tigers, winning nine of last 11
- Latrell looks good for a try on Souths' lethal left edge
- The game is scheduled for kick off at 7.30pm AEDT on Saturday March 21
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19 Mar 2026Cronulla Sharks vs Dolphins NRL Round 3 Tips & Prediction - Sharks feast on Phins
- Cronulla Sharks vs Dolphins predictions for Saturday's NRL Round 3 game
- Sharks to continue dominant home record & record ninth straight win at Ocean Protect
- Dolphins bring horror record to Sydney, struggled last week vs Titans
- The game is scheduled for kick off at 5.30pm AEDT on Saturday March 21
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19 Mar 2026Newcastle Knights vs New Zealand Warriors Round 3 Tips & Prediction - Knights to cover despite injuries
- Newcastle Knights vs NZ Warriors predictions for Saturday's NRL R3 game
- Knights tipped to cover at home, winning four of last five vs Warriors at McDonald Jones
- Fletcher Sharpe to have a big impact in the absence of Ponga & Brown
- The game is scheduled for kick off at 3.00pm AEDT on Saturday March 21
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19 Mar 2026NRL Team Lists Round 3: Every squad, ins and outs for all games
- NRL Round 3 team lists
- Josh Papalii returns for the Raiders as they face the Bulldogs.
- Reece Robson is back early for the Roosters against the Panthers.
- Trent Loiero strengthens the Storm's bench against the Broncos.
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18 Mar 2026Melbourne Storm vs Brisbane Broncos NRL Round 3 Tips - Brisbane Still Not There Yet
- Melbourne Storm predicted to defeat Broncos in 2026 Grand Final rematch.
- Storm excels in attack; Broncos struggle with discipline, defense.
- Betting tip: Take Melbourne -8.5; Game Total Under favored.
- Kick off is at 8:00 PM (AEST) on Friday 20th March at AAMI Park
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18 Mar 2026Sydney Roosters vs Penrith Panthers NRL Round 3 Tips - Panthers Defence Too Difficult for Roosters
- Penrith has dominated 10 of last 12 games vs Roosters.
- Sydney's early-season inconsistency contrasts with Penrith's strong defense.
- Take Penrith to win and cover -5.5 spread; Dylan Edwards is a key player to watch.
- Kick off is at 6:00 PM (AEST) on Friday March 20th at Allianz Stadium
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17 Mar 2026Canberra Raiders vs Canterbury Bulldogs NRL Round 3 Tips - Dogs defence does the job
- Canberra Raiders vs Canterbury Bulldogs expert predictions for Thursday’s Round 3 NRL game
- Canterbury Bulldogs' defence crucial against Canberra Raiders.
- Raiders' attack struggled against strong defences previously.
- Enari Tuala brings potential as a key player for Bulldogs.
- Kick off is at 8:00 PM (AEDT) at GIO Stadium
