The Dolphins will look to keep pressure on the top four when they face the Brisbane Broncos at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday evening. 

The Dolphins have struggled against their crosstown rivals since entering the competition, losing six of seven meetings, including a 26-12 defeat in the opening month of this season. 

Since that encounter, Kristian Woolf’s side has won six straight at Suncorp Stadium, averaging 35.7 points per game during that run. More recently, the Dolphins defeated the Dragons 28-22 last Friday. 

Meanwhile, the Broncos fell 30-6 against the Knights last Saturday. They now sit eight points outside the top eight in what has been a very disappointing season for the reigning premiers. 

Adam Reynolds is out with a concussion for the Broncos, so Thomas Duffy starts at halfback. Jaiyden Hunt and Billy Walters have been elevated to the starting side, while Jack Gosiewski is named on the bench. 

The Dolphins have made one change, with Sebastian Su'a replacing Ray Stone on the interchange.

For the latest team news, analysis, and expert insights ahead of this battle of Brisbane, check out our Dolphins vs Broncos tips and predictions below!

Dolphins vs Broncos Prediction and Betting Tips 

Head-to-Head Prediction 

The second all-Queensland affair of NRL Round 23 sees the Dolphins and the Broncos battle for Suncorp supremacy on Saturday.

The Broncos premiership is officially over after last week’s dismal defeat to a depleted Newcastle side, with no amount of mathematical logistics able to save them now.

Since getting belted 66-0 by the Sharks, the Phins are yet to lose again, with two wins and a bye to their name.

These results have not only kept them right in the finals race, but also within striking distance of the top four.

With the Broncos playing only for pride from here on out, picking the Phins becomes an easy decision for us.  

Betting tip: The Dolphins. 

First Try Scorer Prediction 

A former Broncos to land the first blow for the Phins in the Battle of Brisbane? It would be very in line with the Broncos current fortunes. 

Jamayne Isaako has scored at least one try in each of the Dolphins' last four matches at Suncorp Stadium against opponents that were ranked lower on the ladder and if you look down, you’ll see the Broncos are indeed ranked far lower than the Phins. 

Betting tip: Jamayne Isaako.

Over/Under Prediction 

Each of Brisbane's last five matches have gone under the total match points line.

Betting tip: Under (48.5) line. 

Line Prediction

Brisbane has failed to cover the line in each of the last six matches at Suncorp Stadium when playing with a rest disadvantage.

Betting tip: Dolphins (-7.5) line. 

Dolphins vs Broncos Anytime Try Scorer Betting Tips 

Deine Mariner

Deine Mariner has scored at least one try in four of his last five appearances with Brisbane as an underdog at Suncorp Stadium.

Selwyn Cobbo

Selwyn Cobbo has scored at least one try in six of his last seven appearances.

Kotoni Staggs

Kotoni Staggs has scored two tries in each of Brisbane's last two matches against the Dolphins.

Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow

Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has scored at least one try in six of the Dolphins' last seven matches against opponents that were ranked in the bottom four.

Kodi Nikorima

Kodi Nikorima has scored a try in each of his last three appearances at Suncorp Stadium against teams on a losing streak.

Dolphins vs Broncos Teams 

The Dolphins Team List 

1. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow

2. Jamayne Isaako

3. Jack Bostock

4. Herbie Farnworth

5. Selwyn Cobbo

6. Kodi Nokirima

7. Isaiya Katoa (c)

8. Tom Flegler

9. Jeremy Marshall-King

10. Francis Molo

11. Connelly Lemuelu

12. Kulikefu Finefeuiaki

13. Morgan Knowles

14. Kurt Donoghoe

15. Max Plath

16. Tom Gilbert

17. Felise Kaufusi

18. Brad Schneider

19. Tevita Naufahu

Brisbane Broncos Team List 

1. Reece Walsh

2. Josiah Karapani

3. Kotoni Staggs

4. Deine Mariner

5. Grant Anderson

6. Ezra Mam

7. Tom Duffy

8. Xavier Willison

9. Billy Walters

10. Payne Haas

11. Jaiyden Hunt

12. Jordan Riki

13. Pat Carrigan (c)

14. Ben Hunt 

15. Va'a Semu

16. Ben Talty

17. Gehamat Shibasaki

18. Jack Gosiewski

19. Hayze Perham

Dolphins vs Broncos Match Details 

Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026. 

Kick-off: 5:30pm AEST. 

Location: Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.