Roosters vs Sharks Prediction and Tips - NRL Semi-Final 2026
Last updated: Sep 19, 2026, 9:45AM | Published: Sep 13, 2026, 10:20PM
The Roosters will sqaure off with the Sharks in NRL Semi-Final action at Allianz Stadium on Saturday, beginning at 7:50pm AEST.
This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Roosters vs Sharks game, along with the latest betting odds and try scorer tips.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's Sydney vs Cronulla NRL match 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Roosters a 70% chance of defeating the Sharks in their NRL semi-final clash.
Roosters vs Sharks: Odds
The current Bet365 betting odds for Saturday's NRL clash at Allianz Stadium are shown here:
- Head to Head: Roosters $1.45, Sharks $2.60
- Line: Roosters -6.5 ($1.91), Sharks +6.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 45.5 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 $1.45 and the Sharks at $2.60.
The Roosters are 6.5-point favourites against the Sharks, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Sharks (+6.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 45.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Roosters (-6.5) are predicted to cover the line 52% of the time, while the 45.5-point over/under is expected to is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Roosters vs Sharks: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Roosters at $1.45 with Bet365
- Line: Roosters -6.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 45.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Roosters vs Sharks best bets are based on detailed modelling and betting experience to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
Roosters vs Sharks: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Roosters vs Sharks at Allianz Stadium on Saturday is the Roosters winning 26-18.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Roosters vs Sharks match on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
18+. Odds correct at time of publishing and subject to change.Roosters vs Sharks: Try Scorers
Searching for Roosters vs Sharks try scorers? The data is in.
According to Stats Insider, the Roosters' Daniel Tupou is the most likely player to score the first try in Sydney vs Cronulla.
Tupou has a 10.4% chance of scoring the first try at Allianz Stadium, while the Roosters star has a 54.5% chance of scoring a try at any time during the match.
Scroll down for our full list of first try scorer and anytime try scorer probabilities.
First Try Scorer Tips
Sydney Roosters
- Daniel Tupou: 10.4% probability
- Mark Nawaqanitawase: 10.3% probability
- James Tedesco: 7.1% probability
- Billy Smith: 6.0% probability
- Robert Toia: 5.5% probability
Cronulla Sharks
- Sione Katoa: 7.2% probability
- Ronaldo Mulitalo: 6.5% probability
- KL Iro: 4.2% probability
- William Kennedy: 3.3% probability
- Braydon Trindall: 3.2% probability
Anytime Try Scorer Tips
Sydney Roosters
- Daniel Tupou: 54.5% probability
- Mark Nawaqanitawase: 52.0% probability
- James Tedesco: 42.7% probability
- Robert Toia: 36.1% probability
- Billy Smith: 34.0% probability
Cronulla Sharks
- Sione Katoa: 40.1% probability
- Ronaldo Mulitalo: 37.9% probability
- KL Iro: 28.0% probability
- William Kennedy: 22.1% probability
- Braydon Trindall: 21.0% probability
Our model updates regularly, so bookmark this article for the latest betting predictions before the Roosters vs Sharks game.
As always, see our Best Bets for betting tips for every NRL match, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Roosters vs Sharks: Essential Details
The NRL Semi-Final clash between the Roosters and Sharks at Allianz Stadium is scheduled to begin at 7:50pm AEST on Saturday.
- Teams: Sydney Roosters vs Cronulla Sharks
- Date: Saturday 19 September 2026
- Kick-off: 7:50pm AEST
- Location: Allianz Stadium
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Roosters vs Sharks predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our rugby league tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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