<p>The Newcastle Knights will be desperate to bounce back after a humiliating 38-4 loss to the Cowboys in Round 24, but they face an uphill battle when they host the Brisbane Broncos at McDonald Jones Stadium on Sunday afternoon.</p> <p>The Broncos, fresh off a commanding 38-20 win over the Dolphins, are eyeing a push into the top four.&nbsp;</p> <p>Currently sitting sixth on the ladder, Michael Maguire’s men have their finals destiny in their own hands, while the Knights languish near the bottom in 16th place.</p> <p>Here’s how the Knights and Broncos line up for this clash, as well as some betting tips for the H2H, first try scorer, and over/under markets. This is our Knights vs Broncos prediction.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Knights vs Broncos Team Lists</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Newcastle Knights Team List</h3> <p>1. Connor Votano</p> <p>2. Dominic Young</p> <p>3. Dane Gagai</p> <p>4. Bradman Best&nbsp;</p> <p>5. Greg Marzhew</p> <p>6. Jake Arthur&nbsp;</p> <p>7. Jack Cogger</p> <p>8. Jacob Saifiti</p> <p>9. Phoenix Crossland&nbsp;</p> <p>10. Leo Thompson</p> <p>11. Jermaine McEwen&nbsp;</p> <p>12. Kai Pearce-Paul</p> <p>13. Tyson Frizell&nbsp;</p> <p>14. Jayden Brailey &nbsp;</p> <p>15. Mat Croker</p> <p>16. Thomas Cant&nbsp;</p> <p>17. Elijah Salesa-Leaumoana</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Brisbane Broncos Team List</h3> <p>1. Reece Walsh</p> <p>2. Josiah Karapani</p> <p>3. Kotoni Staggs</p> <p>4. Gehamat Shibasaki</p> <p>5. Deine Mariner&nbsp;</p> <p>6. Billy Walters</p> <p>7. Ben Hunt</p> <p>8. Corey Jensen&nbsp;</p> <p>9. Cory Paix</p> <p>10. Payne Haas</p> <p>11. Jaiyden Hunt&nbsp;</p> <p>12. Jordan Riki</p> <p>13. Patrick Carrigan</p> <p>14. Tyson Smoothy&nbsp;</p> <p>15. Kobe Hetherington</p> <p>16. Ben Talty</p> <p>17. Jesse Arthars</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Knights vs Broncos Prediction and Betting Tips</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Head-to-Head Prediction</h3> <p>The Broncos should be overwhelming favourites, and for good reason.&nbsp;</p> <p>Brisbane’s attack has clicked into gear at the right time of the season, with Reece Walsh and Deine Mariner causing headaches on the edges.&nbsp;</p> <p>Newcastle, meanwhile, have struggled for points and confidence, managing just one try in their last outing.</p> <p>The Knights have lost their last five matches against the Broncos and have lost their last six matches this season.</p> <p><strong>Betting tip</strong>: <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/rugby-league/nrl/newcastle-knights-v-brisbane-broncos-9508080">Brisbane Broncos</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>First Try Scorer Prediction</h3> <p>The Broncos love to generate early momentum through the middle, before sweeping right with Reece Walsh chiming in out the back.&nbsp;</p> <p>Walsh’s speed and passing game often create space for Kotoni Staggs and, crucially, Mariner on the wing.&nbsp;</p> <p>That shift play has been a staple of Brisbane’s attack all season and is often their go-to set when looking to land the first blow.</p> <p>If Brisbane look to assert themselves early, expect Walsh to swing the ball to the right, giving Mariner prime opportunity to strike first.</p> <p><strong>Betting tip</strong>: <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/rugby-league/nrl/newcastle-knights-v-brisbane-broncos-9508080">Deine Mariner</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h3>Over/Under Prediction</h3> <p>Brisbane’s attack has averaged more than 28 points per game across their last three outings.&nbsp;</p> <p>In four of their last five games, they have scored 20 points or more and with the Knights struggling with their new spine combination, the Broncos could break this game open very quickly.</p> <p>Newcastle’s defensive lapses suggest this one could open up.</p> <p><strong>Betting tip</strong>: <a href="https://www.sportsbet.com.au/betting/rugby-league/nrl/newcastle-knights-v-brisbane-broncos-9508080">Over total match points</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <h2>Knights vs Broncos Match Details</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Date</strong>: Sunday August 24</p> <p><strong>Kick-off</strong>: 2:00pm AEST</p> <p><strong>Location</strong>: McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle</p>