Dolphins and South Sydney Rabbitohs meet at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane in Round 1 of the 2026 NRL season this Sunday, 8 March 2026. Check out our preview and tips below.
Dolphins Vs South Sydney Rabbitohs Match Prediction
Under 44.5 ($1.90)
The opening round wraps up with a compelling affair between the Dolphins and Bunnies at Suncorp with rain expected to be a major factor. The total has already fallen from 50.5 to 44.5 and should keep tumbling if the rains continue.
The under is always a strong play in Round 1, hitting at 69%, while the under lands at 78% in the opening four rounds when an interstate team is involved. With the under 6-2 in South Sydney day games, take the under as one of the best bets of the opening week.
Expect a strong showing from Souths, who win at a clip of 65% when both Cody Walker and Latrell Mitchell play. The Dolphins horrid injury run continues with the club’s top two hookers ruled out and the named Kurt Donoghoe unlikely to play. The value is with Souths as a small underdog.
Latrell Mitchell has 47 tries in 63 games playing centre and is a super bet to get over this week. Selwyn Cobbo has 43 tries in 57 games on the wing and looks set for a big year after switching from the Broncos.
Tips
Best: Under 44.5 ($1.90)
Next: Souths Win/Under 44.5 ($3.60)
Tryscorer: Latrell Mitchell ($12 First, $2.60 Anytime)
SGM: Latrell Mitchell Try/Selwyn Cobbo Try ($4.50)