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North QLD Cowboys vs. Cronulla Sharks prediction: Why Sharks are favored to win Friday's NRL Round 8 matchup [4/24/2026]
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Written by Damien Souness, Chief Innovation Officer
Get North QLD Cowboys vs Cronulla Sharks predictions for NRL Friday.
The North QLD Cowboys and Cronulla Sharks are scheduled to meet in the National Rugby League (NRL) at Queensland Country Bank Stadium on Friday, starting at 4:00 AM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NRL model predicts the Sharks as the most likely winner of the Sharks vs. Cowboys game.
This article offers a closer look at Friday's matchup, including best bets and picks.
Cowboys vs. Sharks prediction: Who will win Round 8 game?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Friday's NRL matchup between the Sharks and Cowboys, forming part of our NRL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Sharks a 59% chance of beating the Cowboys.
According to our model, the Sharks (-1.5) have a 59% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 53.5 points has a 58% chance of staying under.
Sharks vs. Cowboys odds
We have sourced the best NRL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sharks | Cowboys |
|---|---|---|
| H2H (Moneyline) | -120 | -106 |
| Line (Spread) | -1.5 (-115) | +1.5 (-110) |
| Total | o53.5 (-115) | u53.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Sharks vs. Cowboys picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Sharks -1.5 | -115 |
| Moneyline | Sharks | bet_rivers_in-120 |
| Total | Under 53.5 | -110 |
According to our best NRL bets, the top play to make on this game is Sharks -1.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Cowboys vs. Sharks game-day updates and essential details
Friday's Australian rugby league action between the Cowboys and Sharks at Queensland Country Bank Stadium is scheduled to start at 4:00 AM ET.
- Who: Cronulla Sharks vs. North QLD Cowboys
- Date: Friday, April 24, 2026
- Time: 4:00 AM ET/1:00AM PT
- Venue: Queensland Country Bank Stadium
The NRL is available to bet on in the US through all major sportsbooks, with there even being games played in Vegas each season as of 2024.
Conclusion
We predict the Sharks, with a 59% win probability, will likely beat the Cowboys in Friday's NRL matchup.
Additional tools and information for betting safely can be found in our Responsible Gambling hub.
Damien Souness leverages over 15 years of experience to create engaging content focused on sports, online gaming and wagering. As Chief Innovation Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, the parent company of Dimers, he offers strategic insights and innovative solutions to enhance the player experience.
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