Round 2 of the 2026 NRL season closes with a Queensland clash between the Dolphins and Gold Coast Titans at Suncorp Stadium on Sunday evening.

Both sides dropped their opening encounters last weekend, though new Titans coach Josh Hannay will be particularly eager to rectify Saturday’s 50-10 thrashing at the hands of Cronulla.

Last week saw the Dolphins maintain their league-best scoring average of 30.04 points from 2025, but a poor defensive performance meant they still fell 40-30 to the Rabbitohs at Suncorp.

The Dolphins have established early dominance in their young rivalry with the Titans, holding a 5-1 record which includes a 36-30 win at this venue late last year.

Max Plath and Ray Stone are welcome inclusions for the home side on Sunday, both named on the interchange.

Meanwhile, Hannay has resisted swinging the axe, naming the same 19 players as last week. Can they make amends for last week's lacklustre showing? Let’s find out!

For the latest news, odds and analysis ahead of this Queensland derby, check out our Dolphins vs TItans tips and predictions below.

Dolphins vs Titans Prediction and Betting Tips

Head-to-Head Prediction

The final game of NRL Round 2 is an all-Queensland affair, as The Dolphins host the Titans at Suncorp Stadium.

Both of these sides were involved in games that breached the 60-point mark last week, however, that’s not exactly a good thing.

The Phins fell short in a crazy 70-point shootout against the Bunnies, scoring 30 points and still losing. While the Titans copped 50 against the Sharks, landing in the “history says no premiership for you” basket alongside the Eels.

Yes, the Dolphins clearly have some serious defensive deficiencies, but their attack should be able to make up for it.

As for the Titans, they’re straight back in our “do not tip until further notice” category, after just one round.

Betting tip: The Dolphins.

First Try Scorer Prediction

Hammer time anyone? We’re in. Why? Well, Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has scored at least one try in each of the Dolphins' last seven matches as home favourites.

With the Phins favourites to put the Titans to the sword, we’re tipping their star fullback to inflict the first scoreboard wound.

Betting tip: Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow.

Over/Under Prediction

Each of the Dolphins' last seven matches at Suncorp Stadium have gone over the total match points line.

Betting tip: Over (57.5) total match points.

Line Prediction

The away team has covered the line in each of the last five matches between the Dolphins and Gold Coast.

Betting tip: Titans (+9.5) line.

Dolphins vs Titans Anytime Try Scorer Betting Tips

Sialetili Faeamani

In each of Gold Coast's last eight matches at Suncorp Stadium, their starting right winger has scored at least one try.

Herbie Farnworth

In each of the Dolphins' last four home matches, their starting left centre has scored at least one try.

Keano Kini

In five of the Dolphins' last six matches, the opposition's starting fullback has scored at least one try.

Kodi Nikorima

Kodi Nikorima has scored a try in five of his last six appearances with the Dolphins as favourites at Suncorp Stadium.

Jojo Fifita

In four of Gold Coast's last five matches, their starting right centre has scored at least one try.

Isaiya Katoa

In four of Gold Coast's last five matches, the opposition's starting halfback has scored at least one try.

Dolphins vs Titans Teams

The Dolphins Team List

1. Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow

2. Jamayne Isaako

3. Jake Averillo

4. Herbie Farnworth

5. Selwyn Cobbo

6. Kodi Nikorima

7. Isaiya Katoa (c)

8. Tom Gilbert (c)

9. Brad Schneider

10. Tom Flegler

11. Connelly Lemuelu

12. Kulikefu Finefeuiaki

13. Morgan Knowles

14. Max Plath

15. Oryn Keeley

16. Felise Kaufusi

17. Ray Stone

18. Trai Fuller

Gold Coast Titans Team List

1. Keano Kini

2. Sialetili Faeamani

3. Jojo Fifita

4. Max Feagai

5. Phillip Sami

6. AJ Brimson

7. Lachlan Ilias

8. Moeaki Fotuaika

9. Sam Verrills

10. Tino Fa'asuamaleaui (c)

11. Arama Hau

12. Beau Fermor

13. Chris Randall

14. Kurtis Morrin

15. Tukimihia Simpkins

16. Klese Haas

17. Cooper Bai

18. Luke Sommerton

Dolphins vs Titans Match Details

Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026.

Kick-off: 6:15pm AEDT.

Location: Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.