<p>The Tigers might’ve had a bye last week, but there’s been no break from the headlines.</p> <p>Now, they head to Townsville where the Cowboys are quietly trying to build a finals case, one home win at a time.&nbsp;</p> <p>While the Tigers sort through the wreckage of the Lachlan Galvin saga, they’ll be hoping a drama-free trip north can spark a turnaround.</p> <p>Jarome Luai and Terrell May were both left out of Origin selection, and with rest, now get the opportunity on the road to set everything on their terms.</p> <p>With Luai in the driver’s seat with Galvin released from the Tigers squad, he’s got a chance to shift the gears, silence the doubters, and maybe – just maybe – keep this ride from veering into yet another chaotic detour.</p> <p>Here’s how the Cowboys and Tigers lineup for this clash, as well as some betting tips for the H2H, first try scorer, and over/under markets. This is our Cowboys vs Tigers prediction.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Cowboys vs Tigers Team Lists</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>North Queensland Cowboys Team List</h3> <p>1. Scott Drinkwater</p> <p>2. Robert Derby</p> <p>3. Zac Laybutt</p> <p>4. Viliami Vailea</p> <p>5. Jaxson Paulo</p> <p>6. Jaxson Purdue</p> <p>7. Tom Dearden</p> <p>8. Jordan McLean</p> <p>9. Reece Robson</p> <p>10. Sam McIntyre</p> <p>11. John Bateman</p> <p>12. Jeremiah Nanai</p> <p>13. Reuben Cotter</p> <p>14. Harrison Edwards</p> <p>15. Kai O’Donnell</p> <p>16. Griffin Neame</p> <p>17. Coen Hess</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Wests Tigers Team List</h3> <p>1. Jahream Bula</p> <p>2. Sunia Turuva</p> <p>3. Adam Doueihi&nbsp;</p> <p>4. Starford To’a</p> <p>5. Charlie Staines</p> <p>6. Heath Mason</p> <p>7. Jarome Luai</p> <p>8. Terrell May</p> <p>9. Api Koroisau</p> <p>10. Royce Hunt</p> <p>11. Samuela Fainu</p> <p>12. Alex Seyfarth</p> <p>13. Alex Twal</p> <p>14. Brent Naden</p> <p>15. Jack Bird</p> <p>16. Sione Fainu</p> <p>17. Tony Sukkar</p>

<h2>Cowboys vs Tigers Prediction and Betting Tips</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Head-to-Head Prediction</h3> <p>The Wests Tigers may be fresh off a bye, but the past can be a brutal reminder, and it suggests rest hasn’t been their best remedy.&nbsp;</p> <p>They’ve lost 13 straight games when given 10 or more days to prepare – not ideal when you’re heading to Townsville to face a Cowboys side sitting inside the top eight.&nbsp;</p> <p>North Queensland Cowboys have won four of their last five against the Tigers, including three dominant performances at home, where they’ve looked most comfortable.&nbsp;</p> <p>With finals contention on the line, expect the Cowboys to keep the engine running and roll through this one.</p> <p><strong>Betting tip: </strong>North Queensland Cowboys</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>First Try Scorer Prediction</h3> <p>The Cowboys have feasted early against the Tigers in recent clashes, often finding success out wide.</p> <p>Given the structure the Cowboys have shown at home, Scott Drinkwater looms as a threat to strike first.&nbsp;</p> <p>With his strong lines and ball playing ability, Drinkwater can have a knack for finding the line in these matchups – and with the Tigers lack of consistent defence, he could be the one who lights up the scoreboard first.</p> <p><strong>Betting tip: </strong>Scott Drinkwater first try scorer.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Over/Under Prediction</h3> <p>If history is any guide, the scoreboard won’t be quiet on Saturday night.&nbsp;</p> <p>Each of the last six meetings between these sides has gone over the total match points line, and North Queensland alone has posted 31+ points in their last three clashes with the Tigers.</p> <p>With the Cowboys’ attack finding rhythm and the Tigers prone to leaking points late, this one has the makings of another high-scoring affair under the northern lights.</p> <p><strong>Betting tip: </strong>Over total match points.</p>

<h2>Cowboys vs Tigers Match Details</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Date: </strong>Saturday May 31</p> <p><strong>Kick-off:</strong> 5:30pm AEST</p> <p><strong>Location: </strong>Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Townsville</p>