Broncos vs Panthers Prediction and Tips - NRL Round 1, 2026
Last updated: Feb 26, 2026, 6:10PM | Published: Feb 26, 2026, 2:30PM
The Broncos will face the Panthers in NRL Round 1 action at Suncorp Stadium on Friday, March 6, commencing at 8:00pm AEDT.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Broncos vs Panthers game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Brisbane vs Penrith 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Broncos a 60% chance of defeating the Panthers at Suncorp Stadium.
Broncos vs Panthers: Odds
The current Bet365 betting odds for this NRL clash at Suncorp Stadium are shown below:
- Head to Head: Broncos $1.72, Panthers $2.15
- Line: Broncos -2.5 ($1.91), Panthers +2.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 40.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Bet365 currently has the Broncos at $1.72 and the Panthers at $2.15.
The Broncos are listed as 2.5-point favourites against the Panthers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Panthers (+2.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 40.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Broncos (-2.5) are predicted to cover the line 51% of the time, while the 40.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 54% of the time.
Broncos vs Panthers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Broncos at $1.72 with Bet365
- Line: Broncos -2.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 40.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Broncos vs Panthers betting tips are based on market-leading simulations and betting expertise to give you the best possible advice around the clock.
Broncos vs Panthers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Broncos vs Panthers at Suncorp Stadium is the Broncos winning 21-18.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Broncos vs Panthers match on Friday, March 6, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
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Broncos vs Panthers: Essential Details
The NRL Round 1 clash between the Broncos and Panthers at Suncorp Stadium is scheduled to start at 8:00pm AEDT on Friday, March 6.
- Teams: Brisbane Broncos vs Penrith Panthers
- Date: Friday 6 March 2026
- Kick-off: 8:00pm AEDT
- Location: Suncorp Stadium
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Broncos vs Panthers predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the match, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our rugby league tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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