North Queensland Cowboys vs Dolphins Prediction – Round 15 2025

One team put on a clinic, the other barely made it onto the scoreboard.

The Dolphins ride a wave of confidence into this all-Queensland clash after piling on 50+ points last week, while the Cowboys limp into the contest missing key Origin stars—most notably halfback Tom Dearden.

With depth tested across the league during the major bye rounds, North Queensland face an uphill battle that borders on mission impossible given the outs they’re carrying.

With form, firepower, and momentum on their side, the Dolphins are well-placed to back up last week’s statement win and take down their short-handed rivals.

Here’s how the Cowboys and Dolphins line up for this clash, as well as some betting tips for the H2H, first try scorer, and over/under markets. This is our Cowboys vs Dolphins prediction.

 

Cowboys vs Dolphins Team Lists

 

North Queensland Cowboys Team List

1. Scott Drinkwater

2. Robert Derby

3. Zac Laybutt

4. Braidon Burns

5. Murray Taulagi

6. Jaxson Purdue

7. Jake Clifford

8. Jordan McLean

9. Karl Lawton

10. Coen Hess

11. Sam McIntyre

12. Kai O’Donnell

13. Jason Taumalolo

14. Harrison Edwards

15. Thomas Mikaele

16. Griffin Neame

17. Kaiden Lahrs

 

Dolphins Team List

1. Jake Averillo

2. Jamayne Issako

3. Max Feagai

4. Herbie Farnworth

5. Jack Bostock

6. Kodi Nikorima

7. Isaiya Katoa

8. Francis Molo

9. Jeremy Marshall-King

10. Felise Kaufusi

11. Kulikefu Finefeuiaki

12. Oryn Keeley

13. Kurt Donoghoe

14. Ray Stone

15. Connelly Lemuelu

16. Mark Nicholls

17. Josh Kerr

Cowboys vs Dolphins Prediction and Betting Tips

 

Head-to-Head Prediction

The Dolphins enter this Queensland derby with the upper hand in both form and personnel. 

Fresh off a dominant 50-point performance, Kristian Woolf’s men are brimming with confidence and will look to exploit a Cowboys outfit heavily impacted by State of Origin absences.

North Queensland have shown a lack of attack and their defence remains their Achilles' heel. 

Without key spine members and forward leaders, they'll need to produce something special to stay in the contest.

 

Betting tip: Dolphins.

 

First Try Scorer Prediction

Look for Jamayne Isaako to be the first on the scoresheet in this Queensland clash. 

Isaako thrives on structured backline movements and early shifts to the edge. 

The Cowboys’ left edge could be particularly vulnerable.

With his finishing ability and nose for the tryline, Isaako is a strong shout to open the account.

 

Betting tip: Jamayne Isaako first try scorer.

 

Over/Under Prediction

The Cowboys’ last six games consistently trending high-scoring. 

The Dolphins are coming off a 50-point demolition—the over holds strong value. 

Even with a weakened lineup, the Cowboys tend to stay in the fight with attacking bursts of their own.

 

Betting tip: Over total match points.

Cowboys vs Dolphins Match Details

 

Date: Saturday June 14

Kick-off: 7:35pm AEST

Location: Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Townsville