Sharks vs Cowboys | Head to Head, Tips, Odds & Predictions

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Sharks vs Cowboys NRL Tips & Predictions

Welcome to BettingPro’s evergreen hub for Sharks vs Cowboys — every head-to-head meeting since 2023, current 2026 form, betting angles, and where to watch. Since 2023 the sides have met 8 times, with the Sharks holding a 4-game edge (6-2). Whether you’re hunting a tip for the next meeting or chasing the historical record, you’ll find it below. For weekly NRL coverage, head to our NRL tips hub or NRL round-by-round predictions.

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Sharks vs Cowboys — 2026 Form Snapshot

2026 Snapshot Sharks Cowboys
2026 record 6-5 (11 played) 8-5 (13 played)
Points for / against 322 / 282 (+40) 329 / 316 (+13)
Last 5 (most recent first) WWLWL LWWLW
Last result R13 vs Sea Eagles Ā· 28-22 (↑ W) R13 vs Raiders Ā· 12-26 (↓ L)

 

When do Sharks and Cowboys next play? Bookmark this page — we’ll surface the next meeting here as soon as the draw confirms it. For this week’s tips across the NRL, see NRL round-by-round predictions, or the NRL match predictions index for other team-by-team H2Hs.

Sharks vs Cowboys Head to Head (since 2023)

Played Sharks wins Cowboys wins Draws Avg score Current streak
8 6 2 0 33.5–17.8 Cowboys Ā· 1

 

Last 8 Sharks vs Cowboys Meetings

Round Home Score Away Result Venue
Round 8 2026 Cowboys 46 – 34 Sharks Cowboys by 12 Queensland Country Bank Stadium
Round 22 2025 Sharks 32 – 12 Cowboys Sharks by 20 Sharks Stadium
Round 2 2025 Cowboys 12 – 36 Sharks Sharks by 24 Queensland Country Bank Stadium
Finals Week 2 2024 Sharks 26 – 18 Cowboys Sharks by 8 Allianz Stadium
Round 21 2024 Cowboys 30 – 22 Sharks Cowboys by 8 Queensland Country Bank Stadium
Round 7 2024 Sharks 42 – 6 Cowboys Sharks by 36 PointsBet Stadium
Round 25 2023 Cowboys 12 – 32 Sharks Sharks by 20 Queensland Country Bank Stadium
Round 9 2023 Sharks 44 – 6 Cowboys Sharks by 38 PointsBet Stadium

 

Sharks vs Cowboys Recent Trends

  • Last 5 meetings: Sharks 3, Cowboys 2.
  • Average winning margin: 20.8 points across the 8-match sample since 2023.
  • Biggest result: Sharks by 38 (Sharks 44–6 Cowboys, Round 9 2023).
  • Both teams 20+: 2 of 8 meetings (25%) saw both sides crack 20.
  • Home-team win rate: 75% of meetings since 2023 — useful context for line markets.

Where Do Sharks and Cowboys Play?

The Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks play home matches at PointsBet Stadium. The North Queensland Cowboys are based at Queensland Country Bank Stadium in Townsville. Home-ground familiarity matters in line markets — note the 75% home-team win rate in this fixture’s recent history.

Players to Watch — Sharks vs Cowboys

Form players and key matchups change week-to-week. For the latest 2026 leaderboards (tries, try assists, run metres, tackle breaks) and current team lists for this fixture, see our weekly NRL round-by-round predictions, where each fixture preview includes player news, lineups and key matchups.

Sharks vs Cowboys Betting Angles

Three angles that hold up across the 8-meeting series since 2023:

  • Lean home team on the line. The host has won 75% of meetings in this fixture — a meaningful tilt when assessing the spread.
  • Totals context. Both teams have cracked 20+ in 2 of 8 games — useful when looking at over/under markets and points-scoring lines.
  • Same Game Multi value. When the fixture lands, our weekly preview drops first try-scorer, anytime try-scorer and try-assist angles. Build them via a same game multi for stronger payouts.

When this fixture is scheduled, we’ll publish a dedicated tip in NRL round-by-round predictions. For ongoing market value, our NRL multi-bet tips page is refreshed weekly.

How to Watch Sharks vs Cowboys

Every NRL Telstra Premiership match is broadcast live in Australia. Sharks vs Cowboys is typically carried by Channel 9 (free-to-air on selected weekend slots), Fox League (every game live and ad-free during play) and Kayo Sports (the standard streaming option for NRL live streams). For Origin coverage, see our State of Origin hub.

Sharks vs Cowboys FAQs

Who has won more Sharks vs Cowboys matches?
Since 2023, the Sharks lead the head-to-head 6-2. Across the 8-match sample, the average scoreline has been Sharks 33.5 – Cowboys 17.8.

When do Sharks and Cowboys next play?
This page is updated as soon as the next fixture is confirmed. See NRL round-by-round predictions for this week’s slate.

Where do Sharks and Cowboys play their home matches?
The Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks play home matches at PointsBet Stadium. The North Queensland Cowboys are based at Queensland Country Bank Stadium in Townsville.

Where can I bet on Sharks vs Cowboys?
All Australian-licensed bookmakers price every NRL fixture. See our list of the best NRL betting sites in Australia and our refreshed newest betting sites in Australia page.

Where can I find tips for the next NRL round?
Our NRL round-by-round predictions hub publishes a fresh preview every week — see also the broader NRL match predictions index.

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