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Written by Damien Souness, Chief Experience Officer
Get Canberra Raiders vs North QLD Cowboys predictions for NRL Sunday.
NRL action continues on Sunday at 2:05 AM ET as the North QLD Cowboys lock horns with the Canberra Raiders at GIO Stadium Canberra.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven NRL model projects the Raiders as the most likely winner of the Cowboys vs. Raiders game.
This article offers a closer look at Sunday's matchup, including best bets and picks.
Raiders vs. Cowboys prediction: Who will win Round 13 game?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NRL matchup between the Cowboys and Raiders, forming part of our NRL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Raiders a 67% chance of beating the Cowboys.
According to our model, the Raiders (-2.5) have a 60% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 54.5 points has a 63% chance of staying under.
Cowboys vs. Raiders odds
We have sourced the best NRL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Cowboys | Raiders |
|---|---|---|
| H2H (Moneyline) | +123 | -156 |
| Line (Spread) | +2.5 (-115) | -2.5 (-110) |
| Total | o54.5 (-115) | u54.5 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Cowboys vs. Raiders 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 | Raiders -2.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Raiders | bet_rivers_in-156 |
| Total | Under 54.5 | -115 |
According to our best NRL bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 54.5 total points.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Raiders vs. Cowboys game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's Australian rugby league game between the Raiders and Cowboys at GIO Stadium Canberra is scheduled to start at 2:05 AM ET.
- Who: North QLD Cowboys vs. Canberra Raiders
- Date: Sunday, May 31, 2026
- Time: 2:05 AM ET/11:05PM PT
- Venue: GIO Stadium Canberra
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 Raiders, with a 67% win probability, will likely beat the Cowboys in Sunday's NRL matchup.
Additional tools and information for betting safely can be found in our Responsible Gambling hub.
Damien Souness is Chief Experience Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, helping lead sports media brands such as Dimers. He specializes in creating trustworthy and data-driven content for sports fans, with experience working for globally recognized sports and media organizations.
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