Roosters vs Panthers Prediction and Tips - NRL Round 3, 2026
Last updated: Mar 20, 2026, 6:55AM | Published: Mar 15, 2026, 10:05PM
The Roosters will sqaure off with the Panthers in NRL Round 3 action at Allianz Stadium on Friday, commencing at 6:00pm AEDT.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Roosters vs Panthers game, as well as the latest betting odds and try scorer tips.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Friday's Sydney vs Penrith NRL match 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Panthers a 64% chance of winning against the Roosters at Allianz Stadium.
Roosters vs Panthers: Odds
The latest Bet365 betting odds for Friday's NRL clash at Allianz Stadium are listed below:
- Head to Head: Roosters $2.60, Panthers $1.50
- Line: Roosters +5.5 ($1.91), Panthers -5.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 42.5 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 Roosters at $2.60 and the Panthers at $1.50.
The Roosters are listed as 5.5-point underdogs against the Panthers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Panthers (-5.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 42.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Panthers (-5.5) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 42.5-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Roosters vs Panthers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Roosters at $2.60 with Bet365
- Line: Panthers -5.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 42.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Today's Roosters vs Panthers best bets are based on world-class modelling and wagering expertise to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Panthers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Roosters to win is our recommended option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is crucial to being a profitable punter in the long run.
Roosters vs Panthers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Roosters vs Panthers at Allianz Stadium on Friday is the Panthers winning 24-19.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Roosters vs Panthers match on Friday, including data-driven predictions and top betting tips.
18+. Odds correct at time of publishing and subject to change.Roosters vs Panthers: Try Scorers
Looking for Roosters vs Panthers try scorers? The data is in.
According to Stats Insider, the Panthers' Thomas Jenkins is the most likely player to score the first try in Sydney vs Penrith.
Jenkins has a 9.0% chance of scoring the first try at Allianz Stadium, while the Panthers star has a 50.1% chance of scoring a try at any time during the match.
Scroll down for the full list of first try scorer and anytime try scorer probabilities.
First Try Scorer Tips
Sydney Roosters
- Daniel Tupou: 7.8% probability
- Mark Nawaqanitawase: 7.7% probability
- James Tedesco: 5.4% probability
- Fetalaiga Pauga: 3.4% probability
- Robert Toia: 3.3% probability
Penrith Panthers
- Thomas Jenkins: 9.0% probability
- Brian To'o: 7.9% probability
- Casey McLean: 7.1% probability
- Paul Alamoti: 5.5% probability
- Dylan Edwards: 5.0% probability
Anytime Try Scorer Tips
Sydney Roosters
- Daniel Tupou: 44.0% probability
- Mark Nawaqanitawase: 43.4% probability
- James Tedesco: 34.9% probability
- Angus Crichton: 22.6% probability
- Robert Toia: 22.1% probability
Penrith Panthers
- Thomas Jenkins: 50.1% probability
- Brian To'o: 45.2% probability
- Casey McLean: 41.5% probability
- Paul Alamoti: 34.6% probability
- Dylan Edwards: 31.6% probability
Remember, our model updates regularly, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Roosters vs Panthers game.
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Roosters vs Panthers: Essential Details
The NRL Round 3 clash between the Roosters and Panthers at Allianz Stadium is scheduled to start at 6:00pm AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Sydney Roosters vs Penrith Panthers
- Date: Friday 20 March 2026
- Kick-off: 6:00pm AEDT
- Location: Allianz Stadium
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Roosters vs Panthers predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all 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 confidence to make informed decisions.
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