The Gold Coast Suns look to maintain their unbeaten run in Darwin when they host Port Adelaide for Round 10.

Last week’s 29-point win over St Kilda marked nine straight victories at the venue for Gold Coast, who are currently teetering on the edge of the top four with a 6-3 record.

Ben King was once again the star of the show, booting four goals to take his season tally to 32, while Noah Anderson orchestrated the midfield with 31 disposals and three goal assists.

On the other side of the fence, Port Adelaide arrive in the Top End following a heartbreaking 74-72 defeat to the Dogs at Adelaide Oval.

Despite a thrilling late surge to tie the game, the Power couldn't find the final blow to secure the four points.

As usual, Zak Butters led from the front with 30 disposals and was fortunate to avoid a stint on the sidelines after a bump on Joel Freijah narrowly escaped a high-contact grading.

While the Power have historically dominated this matchup, winning 15 of the last 16 encounters, Dimma’s Gold Coast side are a different beast.

Unsurprisingly, the Suns thrive in the Darwin heat; we like their chances in this one.

For the latest team news, analysis, and expert insights, check out our Gold Coast Suns vs Port Adelaide Round 10 prediction and preview below.

Gold Coast Suns vs Port Adelaide Prediction and Betting Tips

Head-to-Head Prediction

The Suns remain up north where no one can touch them. Darwin is a sensational hunting ground for Gold Coast, who took care of the Saints last week despite an incredibly slow start.

The Suns' running backs all racked up plenty of the footy, with Noble, Uwland, and Rioli combining for a staggering 88 disposals. Port Adelaide are not easy beats, and they will rarely beat themselves.

They possess great competitive traits, but ultimately, we think they are too reliant on the "big three" in Butters, Horne-Francis, and Georgiades.

Three superstars does not make a team; they lack the overall depth required to go the distance, which is why they sit at 3-6 despite being the #3 defensive team in the competition.

On the Gold Coast, you’d tip the Suns confidently. Here at TIO Stadium, we tip them as close enough to sure things.

Expect the Suns to control the transition and exploit the Power's depth issues in the Darwin humidity.

Head-to-head prediction: Gold Coast Suns by 34 points.

First Goal Scorer Prediction

For the opening major, it’s hard to look past Ben King.

The Suns big unit has been in hot form, slotting multiple goals in each of his last five matches to lead the Coleman Medal tally.  

With the Port Adelaide defence likely to take a moment to adjust to the humid conditions in Darwin, King is a strong candidate to break them open early.

Actually, it’s very hard to go past Ben King here.

It’s too hard; we’re not doing it. Ben King to kick the first goal in this one.

Betting tip: Ben King.

Most Disposals Prediction

Two superstars going at it is what you love to see; Zak Butters and Noah Anderson play similar roles on-ball for their respective sides and both are at the top of their game.

While Butters is a ball-magnet who rarely has a quiet afternoon, we’re leaning toward the Suns' skipper, Noah Anderson.

With the Suns likely to dictate the tempo and place significant pressure on Port defensively, Anderson should find more opportunities to accumulate touches in open space.

Expect him to lead the stats sheet as he guides the Suns toward the top four.

Betting tip: Noah Anderson.

Odds are subject to change. *

Gold Coast Suns vs Port Adelaide Predicted Teams

Gold Coast Suns Predicted Team List

FB: Sam Collins, Bodhi Uwland, Mac Andrew

HB: John Noble, Daniel Rioli, Joel Jeffrey

C: Lachie Weller, Will Powell, Sam Clohesy

HF: Touk Miller, Jake Rogers, Will Graham

F: Ethan Read, Ben King, Leonardo Lombard

FOLL: Jarrod Witts, Noah Anderson, Matt Rowell

I/C: Alex Davies, Ben Long, Zeke Uwland, Oscar Adams, Jy Farrar

Port Adelaide Predicted Team List

FB: Josh Lai, Lachie Jones, Miles Bergman

HB: Darcy Byrne-Jones, Aliir Aliir, Kane Farrell

C: Ewan Mackinlay, Jason Horne-Francis, Jase Burgoyne

HF: Ollie Wines, Mitch Georgiades, Joe Berry

F: Corey Durdin, Jack Whitlock, Joe Richards

FOLL: Dante Visentini, Zak Butters, Willem Drew

I/C: Christian Moraes, Jacob Wehr, Logan Evans, Jordon Sweet, Jack Watkins

Gold Coast Suns vs Port Adelaide Match Details

Date: Friday, May 15, 2026

First Bounce: 8:10pm AEST

Location: TIO Stadium, Darwin

How to Watch: Fox Footy/Kayo Sports