The Dolphins will host the Cronulla Sharks at Kayo Stadium on Saturday in a genuine top-six ladder clash, with fifth taking on sixth.

It's been a heck of a season for Kristian Woolf's men, but their club-record eight-match winning streak finally came to an end last Sunday, with a late Dylan Brown field goal sealing a narrow 13-12 loss to the Knights.

The good news for the Dolphins is that their Origin quintet of Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow, Selwyn Cobbo, Jack Bostock, Max Plath and Thomas Flegler are all pencilled in to return from the extended bench this week.

The Sharks, on the other hand, are flying under the radar. Craig Fitzgibbon's side have won five of their past six matches to climb into sixth spot, backed up by a 28-16 win last weekend, essentially ending the Broncos finals hopes.

Ronaldo Mulitalo continues to look every bit his old self on the left edge since returning from his ACL tear, while Jayden Berrell gets the nod at hooker with Hohepa Puru shifting to the bench.

Both coaches have opted for caution with their Origin stars this week, with all five Dolphins representatives and three of Cronulla's named purely as reserves rather than certainties to suit up.

These two have already met once this season, with the Dolphins running out 38-10 winners at Ocean Protect Stadium back in round three.

For the latest team news, analysis, and expert insights, check out our Dolphins vs Sharks Round 19 tips and predictions below.

The Dolphins vs Cronulla Sharks Prediction and Betting Tips

Head-to-Head Prediction

The Dolphins' Origin contingent should largely be back in the fold this weekend, and that's ominous news for a Sharks outfit that will need to be at its absolute best to leave Redcliffe with the points.

Even without five Origin reps in last week's narrow loss to Newcastle, the Phins still found a way to look competitive doing it, going down by just a single point.

Saturday afternoon footy on a dry track at Kayo Stadium should suit a Dolphins backline that loves room to move, and the returns of Tabuai-Fidow, Plath, Cobbo, Bostock and Flegler only add to that potency.

The biggest out remains Isaiya Katoa, who's still sidelined, but Brad Schneider has done more than enough alongside the experienced Kodi Nikorima to keep the side ticking over.

The Dolphins' depth has been their calling card in 2026, and we think that's enough to see them home in a tight one.

The numbers back the home side too, with the Dolphins having won each of their last six matches in the Sunshine State, while Cronulla's past four outings have all sailed under the total match points line, suggesting a low-scoring arm wrestle is the way to go.

Betting tip: The Dolphins to win by 1-12 points.

First Try Scorer Prediction

Jamayne Isaako has been one of the most consistent finishers in the competition all season, recently equalling the all-time NRL record for scoring points in consecutive matches.

He's shown he can play through discomfort too, having battled a dislocated finger in recent weeks without missing a beat.

With plenty of Dolphins attacking weapons back in the fold, expect him to get first crack out wide.

Betting tip: Jamayne Isaako.

Over/Under Prediction

Cronulla's past four matches have all sailed under the total points line and with both sides boasting settled, well-drilled defensive units and a line sitting at almost 50 points, we’re expecting unders at Kayo Stadium.  

Betting tip: Under 49.5 total match points.

Line Prediction

We're backing the Dolphins to get the job done here, and with home advantage and their returning stars, a winning margin bigger than a converted try feels well within reach.

Betting tip: Dolphins (-4.5) line.

Dolphins vs Sharks Anytime Try Scorer Betting Tips

Jamayne Isaako

Isaako remains the Dolphins' most dangerous finisher and their all-time leader for consecutive matches on the scoresheet, making him a genuine year-round threat regardless of who's inside him.

Herbie Farnworth

Farnworth has been a reliable source of strike in the centres all season, regularly crossing the chalk when given any amount of space.

Sione Katoa

Katoa has held down the right wing superbly for Cronulla and continues to look dangerous under the high ball, a weapon the Sharks will lean on heavily this week.

Ronaldo Mulitalo

Since returning from his ACL injury, Mulitalo has looked every bit his explosive self again, finishing strongly down the left edge in recent weeks.

Odds are subject to change.*

The Dolphins vs Cronulla Sharks Teams

The Dolphins Team List

1. Trai Fuller
2. Jamayne Isaako
3. Jake Averillo
4. Herbie Farnworth
5. Tevita Naufahu
6. Kodi Nikorima
7. Bradley Schneider
8. Felise Kaufusi
9. Jeremy Marshall-King
10. Francis Molo
11. Connelly Lemuelu
12. Kulikefu Finefeuiaki
13. Morgan Knowles
14. Kurt Donoghoe
15. Ray Stone
16. Tom Gilbert
17. Sebastian Su'a
18. Brian Pouniu
19. John Fineanganofo
20. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow
21. Selwyn Cobbo
22. Jack Bostock
23. Max Plath
24. Thomas Flegler

Cronulla Sharks Team List

1. William Kennedy
2. Sione Katoa
3. Jesse Ramien
4. KL Iro
5. Ronaldo Mulitalo
6. Braydon Trindall
7. Nicho Hynes
8. Thomas Hazelton
9. Jayden Berrell
10. Jesse Colquhoun
11. Billy Burns
12. Teig Wilton
13. Cameron McInnes
14. Hohepa Puru
15. Siosifa Talakai
16. Oregon Kaufusi
17. Tuku Hau Tapuha
18. Mawene Hiroti
19. Samuel Stonestreet
20. Niwhai Puru
21. Briton Nikora
22. Blayke Brailey
23. Addin Fonua-Blake

The Dolphins vs Cronulla Sharks Match Details

Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026.

Kick-off: 3:00pm AEST.

Location: Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe.