Sharks vs Knights Prediction and Tips - NRL Round 26, 2025

The Sharks will take on the Knights in NRL Round 26 action at Shark Park on Sunday, beginning at 2:00pm AEST.

This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Sharks vs Knights game, along with the latest betting odds.

Who Will Win?

Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Sunday's Cronulla vs Newcastle NRL match 10,000 times.

Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Sharks an 85% chance of beating the Knights at Shark Park.

Sharks vs Knights: Odds

The latest Bet365 betting odds for Sunday's NRL clash at Shark Park are shown below:

• Head to Head: Sharks $1.13, Knights $6.00
• Line: Sharks -16.5 ($1.91), Knights +16.5 ($1.91)
• Total (Over/Under 49.5 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 Sharks at $1.13 and the Knights at $6.00.

The Sharks are 16.5-point favourites against the Knights, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.

For the underdog Knights (+16.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.

The over/under for total points scored is set at 49.5 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 Knights (+16.5) are predicted to cover the line 51% of the time, while the 49.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 52% of the time.

Sharks vs Knights: Best Bets

• Head to Head: Knights at $6.00 with Bet365
• Line: Knights +16.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
• Total Points: Under 49.5 at $1.91 with Bet365

Stats Insider's Sharks vs Knights predictions are based on complex simulations and gambling experience to bring you the best possible advice every day of the year.

While the Sharks have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Knights to win is our recommended option due to the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term success as a bettor.

Sharks vs Knights: Prediction

Stats Insider's predicted final score for Sharks vs Knights at Shark Park this Sunday is the Sharks winning 31-15.

This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.

Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Sharks vs Knights match on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.

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Sharks vs Knights: Essential Details

The NRL Round 26 clash between the Sharks and Knights at Shark Park is scheduled to commence at 2:00pm AEST on Sunday.

• Teams: Cronulla Sharks vs Newcastle Knights
• Date: Sunday 31 August 2025
• Kick-off: 2:00pm AEST
• Location: Shark Park

All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.

Conclusion

Our Sharks vs Knights predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the match, 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 knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.

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