Canberra Raiders vs. North QLD Cowboys prediction: Why Raiders are favored to win Sunday's NRL Round 13 matchup [5/31/2026]
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 the latest simulations, Dimers' proven NRL model projects the Raiders as the most likely winner of the Cowboys vs. Raiders game.
This article offers further insights into Sunday's matchup, including best bets and picks.
Raiders vs. Cowboys prediction: Who will win Round 13 game?
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Raiders a 67% chance of beating the Cowboys.
According to our model, the Raiders (-3.5) have a 58% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 54.5 points has a 60% chance of staying under.
Cowboys vs. Raiders odds
We have researched the best NRL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Cowboys | Raiders |
|---|---|---|
| H2H (Moneyline) | +120 | -154 |
| Line (Spread) | +3.5 (-110) | -3.5 (-115) |
| 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 available 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 -3.5 | -115 |
| Moneyline | Raiders | bet_rivers_in-154 |
| Total | Under 54.5 | -115 |
According to our NRL best 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 action between the Raiders and Cowboys at GIO Stadium Canberra is scheduled to commence 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.
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